TESCON-KNUST Condemns Alleged Intimidation of Rev. Ntim Fordjour, Slams NDC Government’s Silence

The KNUST branch of the Tertiary Students Confederacy (TESCON) has issued a strong statement condemning what it describes as an act of intimidation against Rev. Ntim Fordjour by operatives of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB). The group has also criticized the NDC-led government for its silence in the wake of the incident.

The incident, reportedly captured on video, involved NIB personnel visiting the private residence of Rev. Ntim Fordjour under unclear circumstances. TESCON-KNUST views this as an abuse of power and a clear attempt to silence a citizen for voicing concerns on national issues, particularly the ongoing controversy surrounding the unresolved airport cocaine saga.

In a passionate statement signed by TESCON-KNUST President Godfred Akwasi Frimpong, the student group described the government’s silence as “deafening and deeply disappointing,” warning that the situation represents a broader threat to democratic freedoms in Ghana.

“Ghana’s Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of speech, and no individual should be harassed or silenced for engaging in lawful discourse,” the statement read. “We view this not just as an attack on one man, but as a threat to every Ghanaian who believes in democracy, transparency, and justice.”

TESCON-KNUST has called on the government and the leadership of national security agencies to uphold the rule of law, respect civil liberties, and ensure transparency and accountability in their operations.

“This is not just about Rev. Ntim,” the statement concluded. “Today it is him—tomorrow, it could be any one of us.”

The group has vowed to remain vigilant and continue advocating for the protection of democratic values in Ghana.