Telecel Ghana Responds to GH¢2M Privacy Lawsuit Over Makola Market Image Use
Makola Market onion seller, Faustina Djagbele Abbey, has filed a GH¢2 million lawsuit in the Accra High Court, accusing Telecel Ghana of using her image without consent in promotional materials for its “Telecel Red Save” campaign. She seeks monetary damages, a declaration of privacy rights violation, and withdrawal of all ads featuring her likeness, including billboards, social media, and traditional media platforms. Telecel’s Official Response In a statement issued June 19, 2025, Telecel Ghana formally acknowledged the lawsuit and stated it is “actively reviewing the matter.” The company emphasized its commitment to ethical operation, including rights to privacy and consent for using personal images. Telecel also appealed to the public for patience as the legal process unfolds. Legal & Ethical Dimensions The suit references Ghana’s Data Protection Act (2012, Act 843) and constitutional privacy protections, requiring consent for image use. Abbey […]