NDC condemns attack on Asiedu Nketiah

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) says it has noted with concern an unprovoked gun attack on its General Secretary Johnson Asiedu Nketiah on Monday, August 28.

“Honorable Johnson Asiedu Nketiah was on Monday August 28 subjected to a traumatic gun-point attack by some masked AK-47 wielding men on the Suhum-Accra road”, a statement by the party and signed by National Communications Officer, Solomon Nkansah said.

The statement said the attack has taken place in the wake of ruling government’s militia’s blatant disrespect for law and order, subjecting innocent Ghanaians including judges and security personnel to attacks that have the potential to create panic, chaos and unrest in the country.

“This situation does not only infringe on the lives of innocent Ghanaians but a significant disrespect for the rule of law.

“The NDC sees this development, not only as a threat on Honorable Asiedu Nketiah’s life but a serious security threat to all law-abiding citizens. Indeed the attack indicates a breakdown of law and order, a situation which has offered a fertile ground for a section of the citizenry, particularly, the NPP Militias to violate the laws of the country with impunity”, the statement added.

It further quipped: “What is more threatening is the attitude of the executive arm of government in dealing with issues concerning their militant groups. The state security feels intimidated to discharge their duties following the fate of ASP Nanka-Bruce and the attacks on him at the flagstaff house.

“We are per this statement urging the state security to rise up to their responsibilities without any fear or intimidation to protect lives of the nation.”