Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Operations, Stan Dogbe, has reaffirmed President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment to protecting the right of Ghanaians to engage in peaceful protest.
His assurance came on Monday, May 5, in response to a demonstration by the New Patriotic Party (NPP), led by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, protesting the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
The protesters presented a petition to the presidency after submitting similar ones to Parliament and the Judicial Service.
Addressing the demonstrators, Mr. Dogbe stressed that the current administration respects the right to assembly and has consistently upheld that right.
“President Mahama has always supported the people’s right to peaceful demonstration and will continue to do so,” he said.
“We urge all citizens to exercise their freedoms responsibly and within the law.”
He further emphasized that peaceful protest is a vital part of democratic engagement and should not be seen as a threat.
“So long as protests are lawful and non-violent, they are not just tolerated but welcomed,” Mr. Dogbe stated.
He concluded by calling for mutual respect between demonstrators and state institutions.
“We encourage demonstrators to maintain order and protect public property. In return, the government remains committed to safeguarding their rights and ensuring their safety,” he added.
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