The National Organizer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Joseph Yamin, has raised concerns about what he perceives as a bias in the approach of the Inspector General of Police (IGP).
Mr Yamin asserts that the IGP appears to selectively identify faults within the NDC while ignoring inciteful comments made by members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
In highlighting his grievances, Mr Yamin points to instances where prominent NPP figures, including President Akufo-Addo and Bryan Acheampong, made provocative statements.
Despite these statements, Mr Yamin claims that no concrete actions have been taken by the police.
He questioned the effectiveness of the IGP’s social media monitoring, suggesting that such comments may go unnoticed or unaddressed.
“Even President Akufo-Addo made inciteful comments when he said that since he is president, John Mahama will not become president under his watch. Another example is Bryan Acheampong, who said they have the men and will not allow the NDC to take over power. I want to ask if the IGP’s social media hasn’t captured these yet.
He specifically criticized the arrest of NDC members for wearing camouflage, arguing that a similar dress code among NPP members has not resulted in arrests.
He further points out the arrest of the youth organizer for the Suame Constituency as an unnecessary action taken against the NDC.
Expressing disappointment in the perceived lack of a balanced approach by the IGP, Yamin emphasizes the need for fair treatment and accountability for all political parties.
He contends that the arrest of Mustapha, the Deputy General Secretary for the NDC, was unwarranted, as Mustapha was merely providing advice and not posing any direct threat.
He concluded by calling for transparency and an unbiased stance from the IGP to maintain public confidence in the country’s law enforcement agencies.