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NPP confirms 'Democracy Under Attack' demo will proceed August 6

From Ghanaian Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Ghana's New Patriotic Party (NPP) confirmed its "Democracy Under Attack" demonstration will proceed on August 6.
  • The protest is planned despite the government's memorial ceremony for victims of a recent military helicopter crash.
  • The NPP stated the demonstration aims to reaffirm commitment to the constitution and defend democratic freedoms against alleged "politically motivated persecution."

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) in Ghana has firmly stated that its planned peaceful demonstration, titled "Democracy Under Attack," will proceed as scheduled on Wednesday, August 6. This confirmation comes despite the government's announcement of a national memorial ceremony for victims of a recent military helicopter crash on the same day.

The demonstration is still on and will proceed as originally scheduled.

— Henry Nana BoakyeNPP National Organiser confirming the protest date.

NPP National Organizer Henry Nana Boakye urged the public to disregard any reports suggesting a cancellation. "The demonstration is still on and will proceed as originally scheduled," Boakye told reporters at the party's headquarters. He extended an invitation to "all well-meaning Ghanaians and lovers of democracy" to participate peacefully and voice their concerns.

We urge all well-meaning Ghanaians and lovers of democracy to come out peacefully and make their voices heard.

— Henry Nana BoakyeNPP National Organiser inviting public participation.

According to the NPP, the protest is intended to underscore the party's dedication to Ghana's Constitution and to safeguard democratic freedoms. Boakye articulated that the demonstration is a direct response to what the NPP perceives as "politically motivated persecution and the selective application of justice" under the current administration. He emphasized that the protest is not merely political but aims to uphold the rule of law and ensure impartial justice across the country, sending a clear message that Ghana's democracy should not be compromised.

This is not about politics alone. This is about protecting the rule of law and ensuring that justice is not applied selectively in this country.

— Henry Nana BoakyeNPP National Organiser explaining the purpose of the protest.

Furthermore, Boakye issued a warning against any attempts to disrupt the planned peaceful protest. "Anyone who attempts to disrupt this peaceful demonstration will be held responsible," he stated. The party expects the Ghana Police Service and other security agencies to provide adequate protection for all participants to ensure the event remains peaceful and orderly.

We are sending a clear message that Ghana’s democracy must not be undermined.

— Henry Nana BoakyeNPP National Organiser stating the core message of the demonstration.
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Originally published by Ghanaian Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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