Kumawood star Agya Koo known for his unwavering support of the NPP, has come under fire for his recent endorsement of the party amidst the ongoing #FreeTheCitizens campaign.
The movement gained traction following the arrest of several protesters, including socialite Ama Governor and walking artist Glenn Samm, during a three-day demonstration at the 37 Military Roundabout in Accra.
This sparked a wave of solidarity, with high-profile personalities like Efya, Camidoh, Efia Odo, and Nigerian musician Chike lending their voices to the cause.
Despite the growing public unrest, Agya Koo took to his X account on 25 September 2024, urging Ghanaians to support Dr. Bawumia in the upcoming general elections. “Vote for @MBawumia to continue the good work of President Nana Addo and NPP,” he posted.
The #OccupyJulorbiHouse protesters, who were arrested over the weekend, were demonstrating against illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) and economic mismanagement.
Agya Koo’s endorsement, in the midst of this public outpouring of frustration, appeared to many as ill-timed and out of step with the mood of the nation, igniting a fierce backlash from netizens.
Watch the video below;
Vote for @MBawumia to continue the good work of President Nana Addo and Npp Bam 💥
🙏🙏👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾https://t.co/dN2wOcVHyFhttps://t.co/dN2wOcVHyF pic.twitter.com/AK6MTMCun0— Official.agyakoo (@real_agya_koo) September 25, 2024
Check out some netizens reactions
@360degriis wrote “Is this agya koo or a fake account ? Because agyakoo should know better”
@ martgabbygh wrote” I love your energy but use the same energy to tell the government to free the citizens”
@ 1samuel_gh wrote ” Wanyini na gyae saaa ….. we respect you”