Ten out of the protesters arrested during the #OccupyJulorbiHouse demonstration have been remanded after appearing in court today.
The group, numbering about 20, was transported in different buses under heavy security presence.
In court, the demonstrators were charged with conspiracy to commit crime, namely; unlawful assembly.
According to JoyNews, the first batch of 12 protesters pleaded not guilty. Their case has been adjourned to October 8, 2024.
The next batch of 9 accused persons also pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit crime, namely unlawful assembly, causing unlawful damage, and offensive conduct due to breach of peace.
The Ghana Police Service had reported the arrest of 42 individuals on September 22, accusing the protesters of unlawfully gathering, obstructing traffic, and engaging in public disturbances.