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| (Abraham Amaliba, the Director of Conflict Resolution, NDC) |
Abraham Amaliba, the Director of Conflict Resolution for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed his concerns regarding the agreement reached between the Police and the pro-government pressure group, Fixing The Country Movement, to hold a protest at the residence of former President John Dramani Mahama. According to Amaliba, this agreement sets a dangerous precedent that could lead to demonstrations at the private residences of other individuals, potentially causing security and privacy issues.
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Amaliba highlighted the potential repercussions of permitting protests at private properties, claiming that it might invite similar acts targeting other well-known individuals. He voiced his worry that this arrangement would be interpreted as the Police siding with particular organizations, undermining their objectivity.
A new date for the anticipated protest, now set for November 16, has been agreed upon by the Police and Fixing The Country Movement. The Accra Regional Police Command confirmed the new date in a letter to the group's convener, Ernest Owusu-Bempah, and provided information on the planned route for the demonstration, which included stops at the former president John Dramani Mahama's house and the Office of the Special Prosecutor.
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| (Letter from Accra Regional Police Command) |
Earlier, the Fix The Country Movement had officially informed former President John Dramani Mahama of their intention to picket his office on November 16, specifically regarding the Airbus scandal. In their letter, they highlighted their pursuit of urgent action from the Office of the Special Prosecutor on the corruption case involving Airbus SE, in which the former president's name was allegedly implicated.
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According to the group, the admission made by the European aircraft manufacturer regarding bribery payments in Ghana during the period from 2009 to 2015 when John Dramani Mahama was in power. They also referred to the employment of the former president's brother, Adam Mahama, as a consultant by Airbus during the aircraft sales.
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While protests are a democratic expression of citizens' concerns, it is essential to consider the implications of targeting private residences. Striking a balance between the right to protest and respecting the security and privacy of individuals is crucial. The concerns raised by Amaliba highlight the need for a careful assessment of such actions to uphold the principles of fairness, safety, and respect for personal spaces.
SOURCE:
-GHANAWEB- "Protesting At The Homes Of Public Figures Dangerous - Amaliba"
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