No military personnel will be deployed to polling stations — GAF

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has stated that no military personnel will be stationed at any polling station. 

“GAF’s presence will be limited to standby support, with the primary responsibility for election security remaining with the Ghana Police Service (GPS),” it said.

This was contained in a statement signed by the Director-General of Public Relations, Brigadier General E. Aggrey-Quarshie, to explain the military’s role in ensuring the peaceful conduct of the upcoming 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary elections.

It said it was part of the ongoing commitment to maintaining national security and peace during this critical democratic exercise.

“The military will only be deployed upon request by the GPS. This collaborative approach ensures that the elections proceed smoothly and peacefully while maintaining law and order.

Transparency

The statement urged the public to report any military personnel, individual(s) identifying themselves as GAF personnel or any individual(s) wearing military-patterned attire/accoutrements found at any polling station to the nearest police station or call the following GPS toll-free numbers: 18555 or 0800 311 311.

That, it said, would ensure that appropriate action was taken against such individuals or groups to maintain security, as well as the integrity of the election process.

It urged Ghanaians to exercise their civic rights responsibly, cooperate with security personnel and refrain from any acts that could disrupt peace.

“GAF reiterates its commitment to safeguarding the stability and sovereignty of the nation while protecting the integrity of the election process,” it stated.