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Police capable of handling election related challenges
Ho, Aug 25, Ghanadot/GNA – Mr. Bernard
Guyiri Dery, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) in-charge
of the Volta Region has stated that the Police Service is
capable of handling any security problems that might arise
during this year’s elections.
He therefore appealed to politicians in the region not to
engage the services of “machomen” before, during and after
the election but call on the Police for assistance if the
need arises.
Mr. Dery was addressing the passing-out parade of the Volta
Region Rapid Deployment Force (RDF) of the Police Service in
Ho on Saturday.
The RDF made up of one senior officer, one inspector and 96
other ranks is under the command of Assistant Superintendent
of Police, Mr. Dominic Agbozo.
They underwent a one-week intensive training in physical
training, defensive skills, crowd control and appropriate
use of equipment.
Their functions include protection of demonstrators and
dignitaries during functions and general prevention of crime
and disorder.
He urged the Force members not to undermine the mainstream
Police but support it to achieve their common goals.
He also appealed to them to live above reproach and respect
the dignity and rights of the people.
“Constitutional democracy goes with the rule of law which
also goes with democratic policing, police of the people,
for the people and by the people,” Mr Dery said.
He said the RDF was borne out of an agreement between the
Ghanaian and French governments which includes logistical
support but was not set up by the government because of the
2008 elections.
A demonstration of handling of peaceful and violent
demonstrations was performed by members of the RDF and also
equipment for handling such demonstrations were displayed.
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