Ghanaian authorities have arrested Apostle Daniel JY Adjei over remarks about Prophet Muhammad that were deemed offensive, according to Modern Ghana. The arrest was carried out by the country's cyber vetting unit, the outlet reported on Friday, August 14, 2026.
The detention follows a viral video showing a man assaulting the handcuffed pastor, an incident that Ghana's police force said it was investigating. According to Sahara Reporters, police confirmed the arrest of the individual seen attacking Adjei in the footage.
The case has drawn attention from senior officials. Ghana's Inspector General of Police, Yohuno, has urged Christian and Muslim leaders to help maintain public peace, as reported by GhanaWeb. The Interior Ministry also issued a statement responding to what it described as an assault at police headquarters, per DailyGuide Network.
The arrest appears to be part of a broader effort by Ghanaian authorities to vet online content and curb speech that could inflame religious tensions. The cyber unit's involvement signals that the government is treating the case as a matter of digital conduct rather than solely a physical altercation.
The separate assault on Adjei while in custody has raised questions about the handling of suspects at police facilities. The Interior Ministry's reaction suggests the incident prompted an internal review, though details of any disciplinary action have not been disclosed.
Observers will be watching for the outcome of both investigations: the original charge against Adjei and the police response to the assault on him while detained. The case is likely to test Ghana's balance between protecting religious sensitivities and ensuring due process for those accused of offensive speech.
