The National Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, has said that the massive protest against the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, held by his party along with some opposition parties, should send a clear message to President Mahama to be more cautious.
Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem morning show, Nana Boakye said the protest was a warning to the president.
“The protest against the Chief Justice should tell Mahama to be careful. I have never seen a government face such a massive demonstration. The protest was huge, and we will make the government uncomfortable,” he said.
Nana Boakye described the impact of the demonstration, saying, “The protest has shaken the world. I was amazed by the flow of people, especially on a Monday morning. The turnout was massive.”
He also pointed out that despite Mahama’s government receiving a strong mandate from the people, it has failed to live up to expectations.
“The Mahama government may have received massive support from the people, but they have failed them. That’s why so many people came out to pour their frustrations on the streets. People are fed up,” he stated.
Nana Boakye expressed his surprise at the speed with which frustrations have mounted.
“I was overwhelmed by the turnout. The way Mahama has started governing, it’s clear that people are already angry — and it’s only been five months,” he added.
He continued, “Some of the actions of this government are very troubling, and we are ready to expose their wrongdoings. Less than five months into the administration, they are already making things difficult for Ghanaians.”
The NPP National Organizer also criticized the NDC for creating a hostile environment towards the judicial system.
“Despite receiving a strong mandate, the NDC has fostered a hostile environment towards the judiciary. The recent crowd at the NPP-led demonstration against the suspension of the Chief Justice is a sign that Ghanaians are already growing frustrated with the new administration.”
Nana Boakye further declared that the NPP and other opposition parties would continue their protests.
“We will announce a series of demonstrations in the coming days, and we will provide the public with all the details,” he added.
The protest, which saw participation from other opposition parties alongside the NPP, was held in Accra. It was sparked by what the opposition called a “dangerous interference” with the judiciary after President Mahama suspended Chief Justice Torkornoo.
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