Ghana's Minister of Communication, Samuel Nartey George, has urged the Chief of Defence Staff to dismiss Lieutenant Albert Goh, a military officer accused of misconduct during an operation in the Ningo-Prampram Constituency. The minister alleged that Lieutenant Goh and other military personnel entered the constituency heavily armed, confiscating trucks belonging to residents without lawful authorisation. This incident has sparked concerns about the conduct of military personnel during operations.
According to Sam George, Lieutenant Goh's actions were akin to armed robbery, and he used weapons obtained from the Ghana Armed Forces armoury to carry out the operation. The minister accused the lieutenant of taking residents' trucks without any lawful order and driving one of the trucks for two weeks. Sam George described the officer's alleged actions as a disgrace to the Ghana Armed Forces.
Sam George also alleged that the military personnel disrespected a police commander, a Chief Superintendent, who attempted to engage the officer over the operation. The minister claimed that some of the soldiers cocked their weapons at the police commander, raising further concerns about their conduct during the incident. This alleged confrontation has sparked concerns about the relationship between the military and law enforcement agencies.
The minister stated that he would engage the Minister of Defence to ensure that the military authorities investigated the matter and took appropriate disciplinary action against the personnel involved. Sam George also issued a warning against any further acts of intimidation or mistreatment of residents by military personnel in the constituency. He insisted that residents deserved justice and that those responsible would be held accountable.
Sam George revealed that he had obtained the identities of the soldiers involved and would ensure that they faced the consequences of their actions. The minister's call for Lieutenant Goh's dismissal has sparked a heated debate about the conduct of military personnel during operations. The incident has raised questions about the Ghana Armed Forces' adherence to its code of conduct.
The Ningo-Prampram Constituency has been the scene of several incidents involving military personnel and residents. The area has experienced tensions between the military and local communities, with allegations of mistreatment and intimidation. Sam George's demand for Lieutenant Goh's dismissal has been seen as a move to address these concerns and restore trust between the military and local communities.
The incident is currently under investigation, and it remains to be seen what actions will be taken against Lieutenant Goh and other military personnel involved. The Ghana Armed Forces have not commented on the incident, but Sam George's public call for disciplinary action has put pressure on the military authorities to take swift action.
Key points
- Sam George demands dismissal of Lieutenant Albert Goh over alleged misconduct
- The minister accuses Lieutenant Goh of using military weapons to seize trucks without lawful authorisation
- The incident has sparked concerns about the conduct of military personnel during operations and the relationship between the military and law enforcement agencies
