NPP Plans 38% High-Level Protest Against United States in Support of Ken Ofori-Atta

Party supporters liken move to earlier EOCO protest backing Chairman Wontumi

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is reportedly planning a high-level protest estimated at 38% participation against the United States, in solidarity with former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, who is said to be currently in legal detention.

According to party-aligned sources, the planned demonstration is intended to register strong dissatisfaction with what supporters describe as external pressure and international interference surrounding the legal issues involving the former finance minister. Organizers claim the protest will be symbolic, strategic, and aimed at drawing both local and international attention to Ofori-Atta’s situation.

The proposed action is being compared to the recent protest staged at the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in support of Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi. That demonstration saw a heavy presence of party supporters, senior figures, and sympathizers, putting pressure on state institutions and dominating national discourse for days.

Supporters of Ken Ofori-Atta argue that the former minister is being unfairly treated and politically targeted, insisting that due process and national sovereignty must be respected. They believe mass protest is necessary to show party unity and resistance against what they perceive as unjust actions.

However, critics have raised concerns about the implications of organizing a protest directed at a foreign country, warning that such actions could strain diplomatic relations and undermine Ghana’s international standing. Political analysts have also questioned the meaning of the stated “38%” protest figure, calling for clarity on whether it reflects voter strength, internal party data, or symbolic messaging.

As of now, no official statement has been released by the NPP national leadership confirming dates, locations, or the exact nature of the planned protest. Security agencies and diplomatic authorities are also yet to comment publicly on the development.

The unfolding situation continues to spark debate across political and social platforms, with many Ghanaians divided on whether street protests are appropriate responses to ongoing legal processes involving high-profile political figures.