Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, has reaffirmed his commitment to seeking accountability for the alleged assault of residents during a joint military and police operation in his constituency. The operation, which took place last Tuesday, reportedly left several residents assaulted and three others with gunshot wounds. Sam George has been actively engaging with the Defence Minister and the Military High Command to address the incident.
Sam George held a high-level meeting with the Defence Minister and the Military High Command on Wednesday morning to discuss the events surrounding the operation. The meeting was attended by the Chief of Defence Staff and the three Service Commanders. Discussions centred on the incident and the MP's comments addressing his constituents following the incident. The Military High Command expressed concerns about portions of a video featuring Sam George.
In a Facebook statement after the meeting, Sam George revealed that he used the engagement to clarify that his comments were not intended as an attack on the Ghana Armed Forces, an institution he deeply respects. He acknowledged the concerns of the wider military fraternity and expressed his willingness to work more closely with the Defence Minister in addressing future situations involving security operations.
Despite the concerns raised over his remarks, Sam George maintained that his central issue remained the alleged misconduct of the personnel involved and the injuries and suffering experienced by his constituents. He insisted that his position as an elected representative places on him the responsibility to defend the interests and rights of the people of Ningo-Prampram.
The MP welcomed a commitment by the Chief of Defence Staff to open an investigation into the incident, expressing hope that the exercise would be thorough and its findings made public. He also praised the Defence Minister for his swift intervention and pledged to work with the military leadership to ensure that the rights of residents are protected without compromising the integrity and reputation of the Ghana Armed Forces.
Sam George has consequently urged residents to remain calm, cooperate with the investigation and allow the process to run its course. The investigation is expected to provide further clarity on the circumstances surrounding the operation and the allegations of excessive conduct by some security personnel. This move aims to promote accountability and transparency in the handling of the incident.
The incident has sparked concerns about the conduct of security personnel during operations in the constituency. The outcome of the investigation will be crucial in determining the next steps to take in addressing the concerns of the residents and ensuring that security operations are carried out in a manner that respects the rights of citizens.
Key points
- Sam George seeks accountability for alleged assault of residents during joint military and police operation
- The Military High Command has committed to investigating the incident
- Sam George urges residents to cooperate with the investigation
