Restore law and order – GJA to Akufo-Addo

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has called on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to take swift and decisive action to restore law and order following the outcome of the 2024 general elections.

The GJA expressed concern over reports of widespread attacks on state institutions allegedly perpetrated by individuals believed to be supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

These incidents include vandalism and disturbances at key government offices and installations.

Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, President of the GJA, speaking to the media on Tuesday, December 10, urged President Akufo-Addo to act promptly to safeguard national stability.

The GJA also called on political leaders, civil society organizations, and all stakeholders to join efforts in de-escalating tensions and promoting peace. The association reminded all citizens that maintaining order and respecting democratic processes are vital to preserving Ghana’s reputation as a beacon of democracy in Africa.

“We are calling on the President of the Land, who is still President until January 7 and is the Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, to ensure that there is law and order and to ensure that Ghana remains as peaceful as it was before and during the elections.

“I know it is his constitutional mandate to do that, and once he is still at post, we call on him to ensure that the security rises to the task to calm the tension of Ghanaians down.”