The Member of Parliament (MP) representing Asutifi South, Collins Dauda, has strongly rejected accusations of his arrest by the Ghana Police Service in connection with disruptions at a Limited Voter Registration center.
He clarified that he neither holds the position of MP for Asunafo South, as indicated in the police statement, nor did he visit the specified center to oversee the voter registration process.
Mr Dauda emphasized the falsehood of the reports and urged the public to disregard them.
“…Collins Dauda vehemently denies any involvement in or connection to the reported violent incidents during the voter registration exercise.
“These unfounded allegations, purportedly propagated by certain elements within the NPP party in the Asutifi South constituency and the Ahafo Region, are viewed by Collins Dauda as a deliberate smear campaign aimed at tarnishing his reputation and credibility.
He confirms that he has not visited that constituency during the period in question, thus making any claims of his involvement baseless and untrue
“He is actively engaging legal measures to address the dissemination of false information and defamation of character. Additionally, he urges the Ghana Police Service in the Ahafo Region to swiftly investigate and apprehend those responsible for spreading fake news about him,” his statement, signed by Isaac Yaw Mensah, Deputy Constituency Secretary for Asutifi South, said.
Mr Dauda hinted that certain individuals within the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) might be behind the dissemination of such misleading information to tarnish his reputation.
He urged the police in the Ahafo Region to investigate the matter thoroughly and apprehend the perpetrators for legal action.
Previously, the Ghana Police Service had reported on their official Twitter account that the MP for Asutifi South, Collins Dauda, had been arrested for his involvement in disturbances during the Limited Voter Registration Exercise.
Read the full statement below:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Official Statement from Hon. Collins Dauda, Member of Parliament for Asutifi South
Accusations of Arrest and Involvement in Violent Incidents during Voter Registration Exercise Deemed False and Malicious
Asutifi South, Ahafo Region, Ghana – May 12, 2024 – In response to recent false allegations circulating in the media, Hon. Collins Dauda, Member of Parliament for Asutifi South in the Ahafo Region of Ghana, vehemently denies any involvement in or connection to the reported violent incidents during the voter registration exercise.
Contrary to the misinformation being spread, Hon. Collins Dauda asserts that he is not the Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, the constituency in which the alleged incidents occurred. He confirms that he has not visited that constituency during the period in question, thus making any claims of his involvement baseless and untrue.
These unfounded allegations, purportedly propagated by certain elements within the NPP party in the Asutifi South constituency and the Ahafo Region, are viewed by Hon. Collins Dauda as a deliberate smear campaign aimed at tarnishing his reputation and credibility.
In response to these malicious acts, Hon. Collins Dauda is taking decisive steps to hold the perpetrators accountable for their actions. He is actively engaging legal measures to address the dissemination of false information and defamation of character. Additionally, he urges the Ghana Police Service in the Ahafo Region to swiftly investigate and apprehend those responsible for spreading fake news about him.
Hon. Collins Dauda reaffirms his unwavering commitment to peace, democracy, and the rule of law in Ghana. He emphasizes that such deliberate attempts to undermine the democratic process and sow discord will not be tolerated. As a dedicated public servant, he remains steadfast in his duty to uphold the democratic principles and integrity of the nation.
Hon. Collins Dauda is the elected Member of Parliament for Asutifi South in the Ahafo Region of Ghana. With a steadfast dedication to public service, he is committed to promoting peace, development, and the welfare of his constituents. Hon. Collins Dauda has a proven track record of advocating for the interests of the people and upholding democratic values.
Signed
Isaac Yaw Mensah
Deputy Constituency Secrectary
Asutifi south
End of Release
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