TikToker “Kwame Nkrumah II” Jailed 7 Months for Death Threats Against President Mahama and Officials
David Kwodow Prah Afful, a popular TikToker known as Kwame Nkrumah II, has been sentenced to seven months in prison after pleading guilty to threatening to kill President John Dramani Mahama, Members of Parliament, and other government officials. The Accra Circuit Court also convicted him of offensive conduct likely to breach the peace.
Afful, whose viral TikTok livestream sparked widespread outrage, begged for forgiveness from the officials during his court appearance. He was arrested by the Ghana Police Service on September 13 at a hideout near Kasoa Market, around 2:20 p.m., following intelligence-led operations.
In the video, Afful ranted about wanting a gun or cutlass to target officials, journalists, and civil servants—especially those with green-number-plated vehicles. He also threatened to burn marketplaces and urged others to join in violent acts, inciting public disorder.
The police emphasized their commitment to free speech but drew a firm line against content that promotes violence or insecurity. “While it upholds freedom of speech, it will not tolerate statements that incite violence, insecurity, or public disorder,” they stated.
This case highlights rising concerns over hate speech and misinformation on social media in Ghana, with President Mahama recently voicing worries about untrained creators fueling online toxicity.
