IGP Dampare warns against election violence, promises stern action against perpetrators
Accra, Ghana - Nov 19, 2024 - Ghana's Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akufo-Dampare, has sent a strong message that violence will not be tolerated during the December elections.
Speaking at a Civic Forum Initiative at the Police Headquarters in Accra on Nov 19, Dr. Akufo-Dampare emphasized that the police will take firm action against anyone who incites violence, before, during, or after the elections.
According to him, this zero-tolerance approach aims to prevent destabilization and ensure peace throughout the electoral period.
Dr. Akufo-Dampare urged Ghanaians to support the police in maintaining peace, stating that they will stop at nothing to confront those who threaten the country's stability.
“You should be rest assured, we will engage where we have to engage. We will deescalate where we want to deescalate but when we have to be ruthless in the enforcement of the law, within the context of the rule of law, we will stop at nothing.
“So, Ghanaians should be with us and bear with us, have our back for us to confront anybody who wants to take the peace of this country for granted.
“We hope and remain convinced that the campaigning period will also remain peaceful. We are now focusing on the D-Day and the post-D-Day,” he stated.
Source: Lead News Online
