Accra, Ghana – The Ayawaso West Municipal Assembly in Ghana has strongly denounced the violent attack conducted by members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on the constituency office of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Dzorwulu. The Municipal Chief Executive, Sandra Owusu-Ahinkorah, emphasized that such acts of violence not only target the NPP but also undermine the fundamental values of democracy, peace, and unity cherished by the municipality.
The statement issued by the municipal assembly highlighted the principles of mutual respect, dialogue, and peaceful coexistence as essential pillars of the municipality’s foundation. Any attempts to disrupt these principles will be met with legal consequences as the assembly implored security forces to identify and prosecute the perpetrators to deter future incidents.
Expressing solidarity with the affected individuals, party officials, and supporters of the NPP who suffered injuries during the attack, the Ayawaso West Municipal Assembly assured them of measures to ensure safety and security in their political engagement. The assembly reassured residents of their commitment to investigating the incident thoroughly and implementing necessary security measures to prevent similar occurrences.
In a bid to promote a culture of tolerance and respect, the municipality urged all residents to reject violence and embrace constructive dialogue in engaging with political differences. The commitment to maintaining a violence-free environment in the Ayawaso West Municipality was emphasized, with cooperation between the assembly and law enforcement agencies for effective security measures.
The Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Sandra Owusu-Ahinkorah, reiterated the municipality’s stance against political aggression and reaffirmed their dedication to collaborating with security services to uphold a peaceful and harmonious community. The condemnation of the violent attack serves as a pivotal moment for the municipality to reinforce its commitment to democratic values and unity.