The Ghana Police Service has launched an investigation into an incident involving the convoy of Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the running mate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2024 general election.
In a statement issued on Sunday, December 1, the police provided initial details, confirming that the incident occurred on the Akosombo-Accra Highway in the Eastern Region, between Akuse and Kpong.
According to the police, a dispatch rider traveling from the opposite direction allegedly threw an object at the windscreen of one of the vehicles in Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s convoy.
The impact caused significant damage to the vehicle, raising concerns about the safety of political figures during the campaign season.
The police have assured the public that they are taking the matter seriously and are committed to a thorough investigation.
Efforts will be made to identify and apprehend the individual responsible for the act, with the police confirming that the perpetrator will face full legal consequences once apprehended.
This incident has sparked broader conversations about the need for enhanced security measures for political convoys as the country prepares for the upcoming December elections.
The police reiterated their commitment to ensuring public safety and maintaining order, urging calm as the investigation continues.
#GhanaPolls2024
#ElectionBureau
#CitiVerify