Dr. George Akuffo Dampare<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
THE INSPECTOR General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, has issued a stern warning to party militants, saying the police will have zero tolerance for their policing activities during the December 7 polls.<\/p>\n
He emphasised that they should distance themselves from the December 7 election security exercises, as anyone found parading as a security official will face punishment without any hesitation.<\/p>\n
Addressing political parties yesterday on security preparations ahead of Saturday\u2019s election, Dr. Dampare bemoaned how political parties use these party militants dressed in a police-military-like uniform to intimidate citizens.<\/p>\n
He was emphatic that, the taskforce has taken cognizance of the development and has deployed measures in place to check such \u2018impersonation\u2019 by these individuals.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve noticed that some individuals and groups use similar uniforms, which can cause confusion and undermine national security. In this critical period, we\u2019re taking a firm stance against this practice. Let me be clear: any unauthorised use of security uniforms will not be tolerated,\u201d he affirmed.<\/p>\n
He reiterated that only state actors are authorised to wear uniforms that identify them as security personnel during the election period, urging political leaders present to communicate the message to their party members.<\/p>\n
Dr. Dampare further mentioned that the security service has moved away from the culture of masculinity where brute force is seen as the ultimate measure of strength.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe will not tolerate any attempts to intimidate voters or disrupt the peace. Let me be clear: anyone found near polling stations or community centres to cause trouble will be dealt with swiftly and within the confines of the law. We will ensure that those who wish to exercise their franchise can do so without fear of intimidation,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n
Parties Commitment <\/strong><\/p>\nGeneral Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Fiavi Kwetey was optimistic that discussions and agreements made on security arrangement regarding the upcoming election on December 7 will be implemented successfully.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve assured that our members and executives will adhere to the instructions provided, ensuring a peaceful and secure electoral process.<\/p>\n
\u201cTo avoid any confusion or misinformation, we\u2019ve emphasised the importance of not wearing attire similar to that of security forces on Election Day. Additionally, we\u2019ve been assured that no individual, including those within the security architecture, will be allowed to carry weapons near polling stations or collation centres,\u201d he told journalists.<\/p>\n
The National Director of Research and Elections of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Evans Nimako, assured the National Election Security Taskforce of the party\u2019s commitment to peaceful elections.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re concerned about misinformation and disinformation, but we\u2019re confident in our security agencies and the Electoral Commission (EC) to ensure a smooth process,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Mr. Nimako noted that following Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia\u2019s signing of the National Peace Pact, he emphasised the importance of the media, political parties, and security agencies adhering to the rules and regulations governing the electoral process.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe NPP is committed to doing just that, from our flagbearer to national executives and polling station officials. We commend our security agencies, the media, and EC officials for their efforts during the special voting on December 2, 2024. We urge the EC and stakeholders to implement the same mechanisms that ensured a successful special voting exercise,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
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