Opoku-Agyemang: Police launch investigation into attack on NDC running mate's convoy  

The Ghana Police Service has launched an investigation into an incident involving the convoy of Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, running mate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), during her campaign in the Eastern Region.

In a statement issued on Sunday, December 1, the Police confirmed that the incident occurred on Friday, November 29, 2024, along the Akosombo-Accra Highway, between Akuse and Kpong.  

"Preliminary Police report indicates that the incident occurred between Akuse and Kpong, along the Akosombo-Accra Highway in the Eastern Region, when a dispatch rider from the opposite direction allegedly threw an object at the windscreen of a vehicle in the running mate's convoy, causing damage to the windscreen," the statement revealed.  

Commitment to safety  

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of political figures as Ghana prepares for the December 7 general election. The police assured the public of their dedication to maintaining safety and order during the election period.  

"We would like to assure the public that the matter will be thoroughly investigated as we are committed to ensuring the safety of all persons before, during and after the 2024 General Elections," the Police Service emphasised.  

According to the police, efforts are underway to identify and apprehend the individual responsible for the attack. They have promised that the perpetrator will face full legal consequences once captured.  

The incident has sparked discussions about the security of political convoys and the need for enhanced measures to safeguard political leaders and their teams on the campaign trail.  

As the investigation continues, the Police Service has urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with law enforcement to ensure a peaceful election season.