Online videos and eyewitness accounts suggest that news of the alleged arrest drew supporters and party members to the NPP headquarters, where emotions ran high and scenes of confusion and tension were recorded.
The footage shared shows a large gathering of party loyalists reacting strongly, with some calling for explanations from party officials and security personnel.
Freddie Blay is a prominent figure in Ghanaian politics, having served as National Chairman of the NPP and previously as Member of Parliament for the Ellembelle Constituency.
His leadership roles within the party and his long-standing involvement in national affairs have made him a well-known and influential political personality.
The Bureau of National Investigations, Ghana’s internal intelligence agency, is responsible for matters relating to national security and serious criminal investigations.
At the time of the report, the agency had not issued an official statement confirming the arrest or providing details about the reason for the alleged detention.
Representatives of the New Patriotic Party have also not released an official response regarding the situation at their headquarters or the status of Freddie Blay.
Party communications teams were reported to be in discussions behind closed doors as supporters gathered outside waiting for updates.
Political commentators note that incidents involving senior political figures and national security agencies can have significant implications for political stability and public confidence.
They emphasise the importance of verified information from official sources to replace speculation and unverified reports circulating online.
Supporters of Blay were said to be seeking clarity and demanding that party leaders address the crowd, while security personnel at the scene worked to maintain order and ensure that the gathering did not escalate further.
As of now, the matter remains unverified by state authorities or mainstream news outlets. Efforts to obtain official confirmation from the Bureau of National Investigations and the National Communications Directorate of the NPP were ongoing, with further updates expected as more information becomes available.