Arrested Pastor who was slapped and Imam granted bail

The controversy involving Apostle Daniel JY Adjei, Imam Masud Abdullah and Sibamay Zakaria has taken a calmer turn following reports that the individuals involved have been granted bail.

The matter emerged after separate videos allegedly showed Apostle Adjei making remarks considered offensive to Prophet Mohammed, while Imam Abdullah was captured making comments interpreted as advocating violence against persons who insult the Prophet.

Tensions escalated after another video surfaced showing Zakaria allegedly slapping the handcuffed pastor while he was in police custody. The incident prompted the Ghana Police Service to arrest Zakaria and launch investigations into the circumstances surrounding the assault.

The developments triggered widespread public debate on religious tolerance, freedom of expression, incitement, violence and the protection of suspects in police custody.

The latest reports indicate that the parties have been granted bail, while the disagreements involving the pastor and imam have also been resolved, helping to ease tensions surrounding the matter.