Akufo-Addo calls on police to refine strategies to avoid prolonged electoral unrest

President Nana Akufo-Addo has called on the Ghana Police Service to revisit its operational strategies to prevent the recurrence of prolonged violence following elections.

His appeal follows reports of unrest after the 2024 general elections, including acts of vandalism targeting public property and the Electoral Commission’s offices.

The incidents were allegedly linked to supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

Addressing the Presbyterian Church of Ghana’s Bicentennial Anniversary launch at the Osu Castle on Sunday, December 22, 2024, the President expressed concern over the impact of such violence on Ghana’s democratic image.

He urged the police to implement improved mechanisms to swiftly address post-election tensions.

“I commended the security service, especially the police for the effective monitoring of the elections which ensured a peaceful nature. But I would like to ask the leadership of the police to review its practices that allow post-electoral violence to linger for too long before it’s brought under control,” he stated.

President Akufo-Addo further emphasised the collective responsibility of Ghanaians to protect the nation’s hard-won peace and democratic stability, stressing that unity and order are vital to the country’s progress.

Source: myjoyonline.com