In a statement released, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has expressed its strong condemnation of the police actions against Occupy Jubilee House protesters. The NDC has voiced its disappointment at the violent measures taken by the police in the early hours of today.
The NDC is particularly dismayed by these aggressive tactics, especially at a time when the Inspector General of Police (IGP) is being commended for efforts to transform the Ghana Police Service into a more exemplary institution.
This display of brute force is seen as a departure from the positive transformation efforts and raises concerns about the approach to addressing issues through violence and the suppression of human rights.
Furthermore, it is deemed a step backward for Ghana’s democracy, especially after 31 years of democratic progress. The NDC is urging the police to employ professional and non-violent methods to handle such situations and to promptly release the arrested protesters.
In a show of solidarity, the NDC extends empathy to the injured and detained protesters, calling on all progressive forces to join them in offering legal and other forms of support to those affected by the police actions. This incident highlights the importance of peaceful dialogue and the protection of democratic values in Ghana.