Democracy Hub, a leading advocacy group, has scheduled a three-day demonstration from September 21-23 at Revolution Square, situated across Liberation Road, opposite the Jubilee House.
The protest is set to commence each day at 6 am.
In a press statement released on Monday, July 15, Democracy Hub confirmed that they have officially informed the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, in line with the Public Order Act. This notification guarantees that the demonstration will have the necessary legal authorization.
The primary aim of the demonstration is to spotlight and address crucial issues affecting the nation, including socio-economic injustice, unemployment, and escalating poverty levels. Moreover, the protest will also target concerns regarding state capture, nepotism, and corruption. The group is also advocating for judicial independence as a key element of their protest.
Democracy Hub asserts that tackling these issues is vital for the nation’s progress and the well-being of its citizens. “Democracy Hub, the Convenor of the #FixTheCountry movement and #OccupyJulorbiHouse protests, wishes to notify the public and media outlets of our upcoming peaceful protest under the theme ‘A New Constitution for a New Generation,'” the statement read.
The demonstration is slated to begin at 6:00 AM on September 21 and conclude at 11:59 PM on September 23, 2024, at the Revolutionary Square across Liberation Road, opposite the Jubilee House. Democracy Hub has formally notified the Inspector General of Police in compliance with the Public Order Act.
The protest is organized to address several critical issues plaguing Ghanaian society, with a particular focus on socio-economic injustice, lack of jobs, rising poverty, state capture, nepotism, corruption, and the need for judicial independence,” the statement continued.
In September 2023, Democracy Hub organized a similar protest, dubbed #OccupyJulorbiHouse, which received significant attention and participation. This upcoming demonstration is expected to draw a considerable crowd, reflecting the growing public concern over these pressing issues.
Democracy Hub invites all concerned citizens and media outlets to join them in this peaceful protest, emphasizing that collective action is essential for driving meaningful change in Ghana.