Mahama calls on President Akufo-Addo to act decisively to curb post-election violence

President-elect John Dramani Mahama has called on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and the security forces to act decisively to curb the ongoing post-election violence and forceful takeover of state institutions. 

“Because state power is still in the hands of the present administration, I call on the President and the security agencies to act decisively to curb the ongoing acts of lawlessness immediately,” he said in an address to the nation on Tuesday.

 
Mr Mahama noted that transitions from one administration to another created the impression of a vacuum of power, and certain people were easily compelled to act in their own parochial interests instead of the national interest.

 
“I’ve received reports of attacks on state offices and installations. While it’s unclear who is behind these attacks, I condemn them in no uncertain terms. These acts must cease immediately,” he said.

 
“As I said during my post-declaration speech, I urge the youth not to vent their frustration in criminal enterprises.’’ 

“Instead, they must channel their anger and frustration into the positive enterprise of resetting and rebuilding our beloved nation.” 

The President-elect urged all Ghanaian citizens to remain calm and avoid actions that could harm state institutions and the nation’s democracy. 

“We have fought hard for change, and now is the time to demonstrate our commitment to rebuilding the Ghana we want through unity and understanding.”