Unidentified individuals, described as 'thugs,' forcefully entered the studios of UTV on the night of October 7th, 2023, during the broadcast of the United Showbiz program.Their intrusion was motivated by their desire to participate in the show. They alleged that Kwame A-plus, an entertainment critic, had torn a letter from the NPP (New Patriotic Party) to the station, urging them to refrain from discussing politics on the show.

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Additionally, they accused Kwame A-Plus of insulting the President and Vice President, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, and demanded an apology for his behavior.Promptly, the Ghana Police intervened and arrested 16 individuals responsible for the disruptive interruption, following complaints from Despite Media (owners of UTV) and the Ministry of Information.

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These individuals, later identified as members of the youth wing of the ruling political party (NPP), are currently under

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investigation.

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