Former President of Ghana, John Mahama, has issued a statement on his Facebook page, expressing strong disapproval of the decision by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), George Dampare, to detain a Parliamentary Candidate for the Awutu Senya East Constituency. This action, Mahama noted, was taken under the orders of the National Security Advisor, Albert Kan Dapaah. Mahama contended that there is no justification for this decision, which he believes will unnecessarily escalate political tensions in the country.
Mahama emphasized that the action taken on the instructions of the National Security Secretariat is likely to needlessly raise the political temperature and spark avoidable tension. He stressed that the Police Service and the IGP must not allow themselves to be used as tools to undermine the peace and stability of the nation, especially in the months leading up to crucial national elections. According to Mahama, it is imperative that the Police Service maintain its neutrality and refrain from actions that could be perceived as partisan.
In his statement, Mahama called on the IGP, the Peace Council, the government, and the people of Ghana to recognize that justice is not only a moral imperative but also a crucial prerequisite for maintaining peace and stability in the nation. He reiterated that the police service must not be used to stifle opposition and intimidate innocent Ghanaians and political opponents as the 2024 elections approach. He highlighted that the intention to detain the candidate after she had already been granted bail is a clear attempt to intimidate the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary candidate in her quest to unseat the Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Hawa Koomson, in the Awutu Senya East Constituency.
Mahama further urged the IGP to urgently reconsider his actions and free Naa Koryoo now for the sake of justice and the stability of the nation. He underscored that the police have a duty to serve and protect all citizens, irrespective of their political affiliations. By detaining the candidate, the police risk being perceived as biased and undermining their own credibility.
Mr. Mahama highlighted the broader implications of such actions, warning that they could set a dangerous precedent and erode public trust in the security institutions of the country. He stressed that justice must be served impartially and that the rule of law should be upheld at all times.
Mr. Mahama concluded by reiterating his commitment to ensuring a peaceful and fair electoral process. He emphasized that the country’s democratic credentials must be preserved and that all political actors should work together to ensure a level playing field. He called for vigilance and solidarity in the face of actions that threaten the democratic process, urging all stakeholders to prioritize the nation’s peace and stability above partisan interests.
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