Mohammed Zakou, an activist affiliated with the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has been granted bail set at GH¢100,000 by the Achimota Circuit Court for allegedly disseminating false information about Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang.
Zakou was arrested on Saturday, April 12, after making a Facebook post that read, “Rest Well Her Excellency”, accompanied by crying emojis. The post was interpreted by authorities as a false announcement of the Vice President’s death. Government communication had earlier confirmed that she had been unwell.
As a result, Zakou was charged with communicating false news. According to a prosecutor from the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB), the accused admitted to making the post but explained that it was intended as a gesture of goodwill towards the Vice President.
Appearing before the court on Monday, April 14, Zakou’s legal team, led by Gary Nimako Marfo, requested bail for their client.
The state did not oppose the request but asked that bail conditions be set to ensure Zakou’s availability for trial.
The judge granted bail in the sum of GHC 100,000 with two sureties. Zakou is also required to report to the investigator once every week.
The case has been adjourned until May 12, 2025, for a case management conference.
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