The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has commenced the deployment of personnel in support of the Ghana Police Service for the election activities on December 7.
This is contained in a press release dated December 7 and signed by the Director -General of Public Relations of the GAF, Brigadier General E. Aggrey-Quashie.
“The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) wishes to inform the public that the deployment of its personnel to
designated locations in support of the Ghana Police Service for the peaceful conduct of the upcoming 2024
Presidential and Parliamentary elections is ongoing,” the press release read in part.
It urged the public “not to be apprehensive if they see the movement of military personnel in their localities. GAF wishes to reiterate that no military personnel will be stationed at any polling station. GAF’s presence will be limited to standby support, with the primary responsibility for election security remaining with the Ghana Police Service (GPS).”
Brigadier General Aggrey-Quashie stressed that, “The military will only be deployed upon request by the GPS. This
collaborative approach ensures that the elections proceed smoothly and peacefully while maintaining law and
order.”
GAF encouraged “all Ghanaians to exercise their civic rights responsibly, cooperate with security personnel and refrain from any acts that could disrupt the peace.”
“GAF reiterates its commitment to safeguarding the stability and sovereignty of the nation whilst protecting the integrity of the, ” the press release indicated.
