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Interior Ministry issues statement on alleged attacks on
political opponents
Accra, Jan. 12, Ghanadot/GNA – The Ministry of the Interior
has noted with concern, reports from some sections of the
media as well as rumours and claims making the rounds about
attacks by opponents of political parties on each other in
the aftermath of the recent elections.
There have also been reports making the rounds that persons
who are perceived not to be sympathetic to the political
parties of their landlords are also being harassed and
threatened with eviction.
“The Ministry wishes to caution all those involved in acts
inimical to the development of our beloved Ghana to desist
from doing so.”
The statement issued by Alhaji Muhammad Mumuni, the
President’s Representative for the Ministry of the Interior
also advises persons or media houses that are peddling
rumours and unsubstantiated claims to desist from such acts
and others that may cause panic in the society.
The Ministry further wishes to assure all Ghanaians that the
government is committed to ensuring the security and
protection for all persons, irrespective of their political
persuasion.
“Ghana has gone through a very remarkable electoral process
which has earned the country an enviable record. We as a
people share one common destiny and must now look forward to
the development of the country, devoid of partisan
considerations.
“The Ministry wishes to condemn in no uncertain terms all
acts of violence perpetrated by some of our fellow citizens,
irrespective of the political persuasion they may come
from.”
It said the Inspector General of Police has been tasked to
ensure that any such acts of a criminal nature and other
threats or violations to citizen’s rights and liberties are
promptly investigated and dealt with in accordance with due
process of law.
“The government wishes to assured all that it is committed
to ensuring and preserving law and order and the due
observance of fundamental human rights and urges all to
continue to go about their normal business without fear, let
or hindrance.”
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