When one looks at the general situation of the freedom of speech and expression environment in Ghana, one is tempted to believe that there are no restrictions regarding the way opinions are expressed without recourse for the right way. However cozy it may look, there are some restrictions which act on the freedom of speech and expression in Ghana. These are broadly categorized into three namely the criminal law, the tort of defamation, and contempt of court especially by scandalizing the courts or prejudicing a fair trial.
