51% of Ghanaians Support Military Intervention - Afrobarometer Report Reveals

Accra, Ghana - 28 April, 2025 - A growing number of Ghanaians are backing military intervention in politics, with 51% supporting the armed forces taking control if elected leaders abuse their power, according to a recent Afrobarometer report. This represents a significant 11% rise from 2022, sparking concerns about the country's democratic stability.

The survey, conducted by the Centre for Democratic Development-Ghana (CDD-Ghana),  which gathered views from across the country, reveals a concerning demographic shift, with young people leading the charge in supporting military intervention.

Fifty-two percent of respondents aged 18-25 and 56% of those aged 26-35 endorse a military takeover if leadership fails. The findings also highlight gender disparities, with 53% of men and 48% of women backing military involvement.

Mavis Zupork Dome, Senior Research Analyst at CDD-Ghana, notes that public opinion is divided on what should happen after a military takeover. While 41% of citizens advocate for a gradual transition back to civilian rule, 38% prefer an immediate handover, and 14% would not object to the military staying in power indefinitely if it serves the nation's best interests.

Jonathan Donkor, Technical Advisor at GIZ, emphasizes the importance of citizen participation in democratic governance, highlighting the role of data-driven initiatives like Afrobarometer in bridging the gap between citizens and policymakers.

The findings underscore the need for strengthened governance, accountability, and civic education to safeguard Ghana's democratic stability.

Source: Lead News Online