Democracy Hub has responded to the Ghana Police Service’s recent press release concerning their ongoing protest, strongly rejecting the claims made by the police.
The group refuted the description of their protest as “unGhanaian, uncivil, and unlawful,” arguing that their actions are in full accordance with their constitutional right to peaceful assembly.
In their statement, Democracy Hub expressed concern over the contradiction in the police’s stance, noting that while the authorities claim to protect public safety, they have allegedly resorted to using excessive force and intimidation against peaceful demonstrators.
The organisers denied any involvement in violence or illegal activities, emphasising that protestors were repeatedly reminded to maintain a non-violent stance throughout the demonstration.
Additionally, they accused the police of working with New Patriotic Party (NPP)-aligned groups to intimidate protestors, calling for accountability over these alleged actions.
Democracy Hub called for meaningful dialogue with the police while reaffirming their dedication to peaceful protests and urged Ghanaians to join their cause for justice.