The arrest of NPP communicator Dennis Miracles Aboagye by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has exposed a bitter rift within Ghana's opposition party — with former stalwart Hopeson Adorye publicly abandoning a man his own party calls a victim.
The Betrayal
Speaking on a recent broadcast, Adorye showed zero sympathy for Aboagye's detention. Instead, he mocked the idea that party leaders should rush to rescue members facing legal trouble. He questioned whether Aboagye expected Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to personally intervene — using sharp, provocative language to make clear he believes political figures must face consequences alone.
His message was cold: if state institutions hold you accountable, navigate the legal process. Don't cry for political "bail."
Why This Stings
The NPP has framed Aboagye's arrest as political harassment — citing no formal charges and initial barriers to legal counsel. They call it the "weaponization" of state security. But Adorye, once an NPP insider, is essentially telling his former party: stop playing victim. The law is the law.
A Pattern of Attacks
Observers note this is not Adorye's first strike against current NPP communicators. Since leaving the party's inner circles, his critiques have grown sharper. This latest salvo suggests personal grievances now override party loyalty — a dangerous sign for NPP unity.
The Divide
The clash has split public opinion. Government supporters say EOCO is doing standard work that must proceed without political interference. The NPP insists arresting a high-profile figure without clear charges sets a dangerous democratic precedent.
But Adorye's intervention introduces a third position: even within the opposition, some believe their own should face the music.
What Happens Now
Aboagye's case continues. The NPP will likely keep framing it as persecution. But Adorye's words have planted a seed of doubt: if your own former allies won't defend you, who will?
For Ghanaians, this is a window into how quickly political friendships crumble when legal trouble arrives — and how alone a party communicator can become when the state knocks.
