As President Nana Akufo-Addo addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York, a group of Ghanaians in the U.S. staged protests nearby.
They say they are against the recent arrests of Democracy Hub protesters in Accra.
The demonstrators called for the release of individuals detained during the #OccupyJulorbiHouse protest against galamsey.
#FreetheCitizens #StopGalamsayNow pic.twitter.com/MmdycGuwVk
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"Stop illegal mining in Ghana, release the protesters now," of them is heard shouting.
Meanwhile, in Accra, a fresh group of 11 protesters was brought to court under heavy security.
The group, arrested during the #OccupyJulorbiHouse demonstration, pleaded not guilty to conspiracy charges.
#FixTheCountry convenor, Oliver Barker-Vormawor was absent from the court, reportedly receiving medical attention.
The court briefly adjourned the proceedings to allow the State prosecutor to serve the defense team.
The legal team raised concerns that one detainee, Felicity Nelson, was not listed as an accused person.
This marks Day 2 of arraignments for those arrested during the protest, which criticized issues such as illegal mining and economic mismanagement in Ghana.
Meanwhile, President Akufo-Addo has reaffirmed Ghana's commitment to good governance in his address at the UN General Assembly in New York.
According to him, the country’s efforts in enacting laws and policies that ensure accountability and the protection of all citizens under the rule of law cannot be overemphasised.
“Ghana continues to be a beacon of good governance in Africa, we have enacted laws and implemented policies that uphold the principles of accountability and ensure that every Ghanaian, regardless of their background, is protected by the rule of law," he said.
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