Joyce Bawah Mogtari Demands GHC10 Million for Defamation from Kwame Baffoe (Abronye DC)

Joyce Bawah Mogtari Demands Apology and Compensation from Abronye DC

Joyce Bawah Mogtari, a prominent presidential advisor, has taken legal action against Kwame Baffoe, better known as Abronye DC, demanding a public apology, a retraction of defamatory remarks, and compensation totaling GHC10 million. The claims stem from a March 2025 interview where Abronye allegedly made damaging and false statements about Mogtari’s role in the presidency.

Defamatory Claims in Net 2 TV Interview

In a formal letter delivered on April 3, 2025, by her legal representatives at R O Solomon Consulting, Mogtari accused Abronye DC of making false accusations during his appearance on Net 2 TV. Abronye reportedly claimed that:

• Mogtari declined a ministerial position in favor of a lower-level position within the presidency.

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• The presidential advisor allegedly earns a monthly salary of GHC95,000 for a “stress-free” role.

• Abronye further insinuated that this salary contributed to Mogtari being disrespectful towards the Ghanaian people.

These comments have been widely shared across media platforms, causing significant reputational harm to Mogtari.

Legal Response and Demand for Retraction

Mogtari’s legal team has firmly denied the allegations, calling them malicious and unfounded. They argue that the statements have caused severe damage to her reputation, triggering both public criticism and professional harm.

The letter delivered by Mogtari’s lawyers highlights that while free speech is a constitutional right, it does not extend to spreading deliberate falsehoods meant to harm someone’s reputation. The legal team has set a clear deadline for Abronye DC to:

• Apologize publicly for the false claims.

• Retract the statements across all platforms where they were shared.

Legal Action if Demands Are Not Met

If Abronye DC does not comply with the demands, Mogtari’s legal team has warned that they will proceed with a defamation lawsuit. The letter gives a firm deadline for Abronye DC to meet these conditions, otherwise, further legal steps will be taken.

As of now, there has been no public response from Abronye to the defamation allegations.

The Impact of Defamation on Public Figures

Defamation in public office not only damages an individual’s personal reputation but can also undermine trust in the leadership and institutions they represent. In a politically sensitive environment like Ghana, such remarks can have long-lasting effects on both personal and professional credibility.

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