Johnson Asiedu Nketiah , the Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has added his voice to the issue of a purported leaked audio in which some persons are plotting the removal of the Inspector General of Police Dr. George Akufo Dampare from office; says audio be subjected to investigations.
According to Chairman General Mosquito, it is ignorance, on the part of individuals who are calling for the purported tape to be ignored on the basis that it has no impact on the results of an elections.
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“People are claiming that because of modern technologies, the tape is doctored and the government is also claiming that they have no intention of removing the IGP and also have no intention of manipulating the elections…but security is key, so they should investigate the tape.”
He added “Anybody who claims that security cannot influence election results has no idea about elections, he or she should go to school and learn because quality election is about free and fair election.”
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Speaking in an interview with Okay FM, on July 13, 2023, The NDC National Chairman further highlighted that the freedom of voters is a key aspect of a fair election, which necessitates the involvement of adequate security measures.
The recording features an officer who identifies himself as “Mensah” and a politician, reportedly a one-time regional chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Their conversation revolves around their intentions to oust the IGP due to fears that he would be too firm during the 2024 elections and prevent any potential rigging. The Commissioner specifically points to the IGP’s handling of the Assin North by-election as evidence of his commitment to ensuring free and fair elections.
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