Former Ghanaian MP Slams Ghanaian Security Over Arrest Of Senior Opposition Official

A former Member of Parliament (MP) for the Madina Constituency in Accra, the capital of Ghana, Alhaji Amadu Sorogho, has criticized the heavy-handed tactics employed by Ghanaian security personnel during the attempted arrest of the opposition New Patriotic Party’s Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

Sorogho believes the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) could have handled the situation differently, pursuing legal channels instead of deploying armed officers to Wontumi’s residence.

Speaking on Accra-based Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily program, Sorogho stated, “Wontumi was invited, and he refused to honour the invitation. I am not in favour of so many armed men going after one person.”

He suggested that the state could have obtained a court order to compel Wontumi’s appearance, rather than resorting to force.

Concerns Over Proportionality

While acknowledging that the security agencies may have acted within their legal bounds, Sorogho questioned the manner in which the operation was carried out. “But I am happy that they went with the warrant. Maybe the mode is what I am talking about, but not the actual deed itself,” he added.

Wontumi to Appear Before CID

Chairman Wontumi is expected to appear before the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) today, following a failed attempt by security operatives to arrest him at his residence on May 23. The incident sparked outrage among NPP supporters, who protested what they described as an act of intimidation.

Key Points:

Criticism of Security Tactics: Former MP Alhaji Amadu Sorogho criticizes security personnel’s heavy-handed tactics.
Alternative Approach: Sorogho suggests pursuing legal channels, such as obtaining a court order.
Wontumi’s Appearance: Chairman Wontumi to appear before CID on May 26.
NPP Supporters’ Reaction: NPP supporters protest what they describe as an act of intimidation.

The incident has raised concerns about the use of force by security agencies and the need for proportionality in their operations. As the situation unfolds, Ghanaians will be watching closely to see how the matter is resolved.

Source: Africa Publicity

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