Democracy Hub Demo: Prosecute law breakers and hooligans- NPP

The National Youth Wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is demanding the prosecution of some demonstrators arrested following the Democracy Hub Demonstration over the weekend.

According to them in a statement issued and signed by the National Youth Organiser, Salam Mustapha, they have taken note of the recent arrests made by the Ghana Police Service involving individuals engaged in various acts of vandalism, destruction of property, unlawful assembly, and assault on public officers.

The statement said, the acts were perpetuated by what they describe as some miscreants and hooligans masquerading as demonstrators under the name Democracy Hub.

“We firmly believe that individuals who take the law into their own hands and commit such criminal acts under the guise of a demonstration must be held accountable and face the full rigours of the law in our courts,” the statement added.

They added that that “Law and order are fundamental to the peace and security of our nation, and those who violate these principles should not be exempt from justice In this regard, we call upon all law-abiding and peace-loving citizens to support the police in their efforts to prosecute those involved in these criminal activities.”

The party noted that it is crucial that Ghanaians collectively uphold the rule of law and condemn such unruly behaviour, as it threatens the very foundation of our democracy.

“While we recognise and support the rights of all citizens to engage in peaceful and lawful demonstrations as enshrined in our constitution, however, it is important to emphasize that acts of vandalism, destruction of property, and other unlawful actions must be unequivocally condemned without fear of political, religious, or ethnic repercussions for speaking out against such acts,” the statement added.

According to them “ The Youth Wing of the NPP wishes to emphasize that the non-prosecution of these miscreants who caused ample public discomfort will serve as a motivation for more serious acts to come in the future, as it will develop a culture of impunity.”

“We therefore, throw our full weight behind the police and also urge all well-meaning Ghanaians to also do so. The millions of enraged Ghanaians who watched with horror the destruction of property and attack on the public are waiting for justice from the police,” they added.

“It is important that we establish that no one or group is above the law and that crime is punishable. If this is not done, then it will pave the way for violent clashes in the future as others will also group to protect their property and other interests. We are keenly watching as it pans out.Thank you,” the statement concluded.

By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme