The Diaspora Zongo Youth has called on the Ghana Police Service and other relevant law enforcement agencies to investigate and, where appropriate, take legal action over alleged blasphemous comments reportedly made against Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Islam by a pastor identified as Daniel.
In a press statement dated August 10, 2026, the group said it had received with “utmost dismay” reports of comments allegedly made by the pastor on social media platform TikTok through the account, @gods.general.wake.
According to the group, the alleged comments had generated considerable tension and concern among sections of the Muslim community and had the potential to undermine the peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians in the country.
The Diaspora Zongo Youth therefore urged the appropriate state institutions to investigate the matter and establish whether any offence had been committed under Ghanaian law.
The group further said the alleged comments had prompted an emotional response from an Imam and Islamic scholar, Mallam Maswud Abdullah, who, according to the statement, referred to Quran 5:33 of Surah Al-Ma’idah in his response.
However, the group acknowledged that references to religious jurisprudence should not be interpreted as a licence for individuals to administer punishment.
It stressed that in a secular constitutional state such as Ghana, the enforcement of criminal law was the responsibility of the appropriate state institutions and not individuals or religious groups.
Call for investigation.
The Diaspora Zongo Youth said it believed that if Pastor Daniel’s comments constituted an offence, the matter should be formally investigated and dealt with through the established legal processes.
It consequently appealed to the law
enforcement agencies to invite the pastor to assist with investigations and determine the circumstances surrounding the alleged remarks.
The group also stated that Mallam Maswud Abdullah had reportedly corrected his earlier statement and apologised publicly.
It said the development should be considered in the broader context of maintaining peace and stability, particularly at a time when religious sensitivities could easily generate tension.
Spokesperson criticised.
The Diaspora Zongo Youth also expressed concern over comments reportedly made by Mr Arimeyaw, said to be the spokesperson for the National Chief Imam, during an interview on Ahenfie FM.
According to the group, Mr Arimeyaw called for the arrest of Mallam Maswud Abdullah and described him as a threat to national security.
The group, however, questioned the basis for such a call, claiming that Mr Arimeyaw had acknowledged during the interview that he had not personally engaged Mallam Maswud and had not listened to the comments allegedly made by Pastor Daniel which triggered the Imam’s response.
The Diaspora Zongo Youth argued that public statements on sensitive religious matters should be based on verified information and a proper understanding of the circumstances surrounding an incident.
It therefore called on the Office of the National Chief Imam to review Mr Arimeyaw’s role as spokesperson, alleging that his conduct amounted to gross incompetence.
Religious leaders urged to intervene.
The group further appealed to Muslim leaders across the country to exercise restraint and work with the relevant state institutions to resolve the matter peacefully.
It urged Muslim leadership to liaise with Mallam Maswud Abdullah and cooperate with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service regarding an invitation reportedly extended to the Imam.
The group also called for a formal complaint to be lodged against Pastor Daniel if the available evidence established that his conduct amounted to an offence.
It said the objective should not be to escalate religious tensions but to ensure that complaints arising from religious disagreements were handled through lawful and peaceful channels.
Appeal for peaceful coexistence.
The Diaspora Zongo Youth stressed the importance of preserving Ghana’s longstanding tradition of peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians.
It said religious leaders, political actors, civil society organisations and the general public had a collective responsibility to avoid statements or actions that could inflame tensions.
The group also urged the public to exercise restraint and allow the appropriate authorities to investigate the competing claims surrounding the incident.
It maintained that the country’s laws should be applied fairly and consistently, regardless of the religious identity of persons involved.
The statement was issued by the group’s Media Relations Department and signed on its behalf, with Farouk Muniru and Al-Asbat Sidi listed as contacts for media engagement.
The development comes amid renewed calls from religious and community stakeholders for greater responsibility in public commentary on faith, particularly on social media platforms where provocative statements can rapidly reach large audiences.
The Diaspora Zongo Youth said it remained committed to peaceful coexistence and urged all parties to pursue dialogue, lawful processes and restraint in addressing the matter.
