The Movement for Change has strongly condemned the violence that occurred during the Ablekuma North election re-run across 19 polling stations.
The political organization notes that these events highlight a troubling truth: Ghana’s law enforcement institutions, particularly the Ghana Police Service, continue to struggle under the weight of partisanship.
The Ablekuma North Constituency election re-run was marred by violent attacks on journalists, voters and party supporters, despite a significant security presence.
Movement for Change in a statement condemned the persistent failure to arrest and prosecute perpetrators of political violence, even when such acts occur in plain sight.
This it observed, exposes a justice system that is selective and a police service that has been weakened by political interference.
“We are especially disturbed by the growing culture of political vendetta. From Ayawaso West Wuogon, where the NPP unleashed violence, to Ablekuma North, where the NDC seemingly retaliated, we are witnessing a dangerous tit-for-tat tradition that threatens our democracy. This is not the Ghana we want.
“Our political parties have collectively failed to build a democratic culture rooted in tolerance, accountability, and the national interest. Electoral contests are becoming flashpoints for violence, not platforms for ideas.
“This descent undermines the spirit and purpose of our 1992 Constitution and chips away at the promise of constitutional governance.
“Yet, in the face of this regression, we salute the Ghanaian media for their courage. Their commitment to exposing wrongdoing, even when met with brutality, is vital to our democratic health,” it stated.
They congratulated Madam Ewurabena Aubyn of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on her victory and commended Nana Akua Owusu Afriyie of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for her principled defiance.
Their participation affirms that democracy must be driven by the people, not dictated by party elites.
The Movement further called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to ensure that those responsible for the violence are swiftly brought to justice.
More importantly, they urged Ghanaians to reject the politics of vengeance and embrace a new political culture anchored in the rule of law, democratic accountability, and an unshakable commitment to national unity.
They implored Ghanaians to come together to build the democracy envisioned by Ghana’s Constitution, one that secures peace, justice, and dignity for all.
The statement was signed and issued by Andrew Appiah-Danquah, the Spokesperson for the Movement for Change.
