The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has cautioned the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to desist from interfering with constituencies won by the NPP during the ongoing electoral process.
The warning was issued at a press conference in Accra on Sunday by Justin Frimpong Kodua, the NPP’s General Secretary, amidst rising tensions and reported unrest at several collation centers.
Mr. Kodua accused NDC supporters of engaging in violent behaviour in constituencies such as Damongo, Ablekuma North, Techiman South, and others, claiming these actions were attempts to dispute NPP’s victories.
“The NPP has with great concern taken notice of the violent conduct of NDC thugs at some constituency collation centers, including Damongo, Ablekuma North, Techiman South, Aowin, Obuasi East, Nsawam Adoagyiri, Fanteakwa North, Ahafo Ano North, Ahafo Ano South West, Akwatia, Trobu, and Tema Central,” Kodua stated.
He reiterated that, the party’s internal data confirms the NPP’s victories in these constituencies and condemned the alleged attempts by the NDC to challenge the results.
“We vehemently condemn these attacks and serve notice that we shall resist any attempt to tamper with the results of the parliamentary elections in these constituencies,” he added.
The NPP called on the leadership of the NDC to publicly denounce the acts of violence and urge their supporters to maintain peace.
Mr. Kodua also appealed to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to ensure law and order at collation centers and to protect the rights and safety of all citizens.
“Mr. IGP, we believe you have seen what is happening at the various collation centers. As a political party, we are calling on you to maintain law and order and ensure the rights and safety of all citizens are protected. We must not allow illegal acts of looting and intimidation,” Kodua stated.
He concluded by urging all stakeholders to uphold peace and respect the integrity of the electoral process, emphasizing the need for calm and restraint.
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