Democracy hub demo: Ben Darko, Fellow Ghanaians, Vomawor in hot water as father seeks justice over daughter’s death

Lawyers of Frederick Asante Nyarko, a distraught father whose daughter reportedly died during the Democracy Hub protests on September 21, 2024, in Accra have formally requested assistance in identifying the leaders responsible for the protest.

In a letter addressed to the Inspector General of Police, the legal team emphasised the need to gather key information about the individuals who organized and led the demonstration, which took place on the principal streets of Accra.

This request is part of their efforts to seek possible legal redress for their client.

According to the letter, Mr Nyarko’s daughter lost her life as a result of the chaotic events surrounding the protest, and identifying those who were in charge is essential to pursuing justice.

Meanwhile, Mr Oliver Barker-Vomawor is the publicly known convenor of the group while Benjamin Akuffo Darko and Shafa Muse serve as directors with Ralph Afful Williams identifying as the Organiser, according to their records with the Police.

Below is the RTI Request.

Request for Information on Leaders in Unauthorized Demonstrations
We act as lawyers for Frederick Asante Nyarko, who lost his daughter in an untimely death on the 21st of September 2024 as a result of the actions of the demonstrations that took place on that day.

1. We are seeking your assistance regarding the unauthorized demonstration that took place on the said date through the principal streets of Accra.
   2. In light of the events surrounding this demonstration and the untimely death of the daughter of our client, it is essential for us to gather pertinent information about the individuals who led this demonstration.
   3. Specifically, we are requesting for the names and any other identifying information of those who served as the leaders in the demonstration that took place on the 21st of September 2024.
   4. This information is crucial for our client to seek possible legal redress against the participants.
   5. We understand that certain protocols and privacy considerations must be observed in such matters, and we assure you that any information provided will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and respect for the individuals involved.
2. We appreciate vour cooperation in this matter and we look forward to your timely response
   7. Should you require any further information or documentation to process this request, please do not hesitate to contact me on 0241524752 or through email address [email protected].
   Thank you in anticipation of your quick response to our request.

Source:dailymailgh.com