'The law does not need brute force to work' - Sylvester Tetteh on MP's detention

He further expressed solidarity with the Manhyia South MP, saying accountability should not be separated from fairness, due process and respect for human dignity.

Sylvester Tetteh is a former Member of Parliament for Bortianor-Ngleshie-Amanfro New Patriotic Party (NPP) General Secretary hopeful, Sylvester Tetteh, has criticised the handling of the Manhyia South Member of Parliament, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, insisting that Ghana does not need the use of force to demonstrate that the law is working.

Tetteh said while he had no objection to investigations or efforts to ensure accountability, state institutions must exercise their powers with restraint, professionalism and respect for human dignity.