Bawumia to Mahama: Call NDC supporters to order to safeguard Ghana’s peace

The presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed deep concern over reports of lawlessness and violence allegedly perpetrated by members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) following their electoral victory.

In a statement on Faceboook, Dr. Bawumia called on the president-elect John Dramani Mahama to act decisively to curb these incidents and ensure peace and stability across the nation.

Dr. Bawumia criticised what he described as a wave of attacks targeting state institutions, public offices, and private individuals.

He alleged that NDC supporters had besieged collation centers with weapons, forcefully declared NDC parliamentary candidates as winners in some constituencies, and looted state properties.

“These wanton acts of lawlessness and brutality have been extended to state institutions and public offices, looting and stealing state properties in the process. Some public offices were forced to close for business,” Dr. Bawumia stated.

He also expressed concern over threats to private homes and properties of individuals, including death threats, which he described as a “bizarre twist” to the post-election violence.

A call for statesmanship

Dr. Bawumia urged President-elect Mahama to demonstrate leadership and statesmanship by reining in his supporters to preserve the nation’s peace and unity.

“I would like to remind President Mahama that he has won an election; he has not staged a coup d’état. He has a responsibility to contribute to protect life and property,” Dr. Bawumia said.

He warned that if the violence continued, individuals might be forced to take defensive actions, which could escalate tensions.

A credible election marred by violence

Dr. Bawumia highlighted the irony of such acts following an election widely regarded as credible. He urged the NDC to show commitment to the democratic process and not undermine its principles.

“We must at all times place the national interest over and above any individual interest,” he said, adding that the NDC must demonstrate it is fully committed to democracy.

Appeal for calm

As the nation navigates the transition period, Dr. Bawumia’s appeal underscores the importance of unity and restraint among political actors and supporters.

With the stakes high and tensions simmering, his call for order serves as a reminder of the need to safeguard Ghana’s reputation as a beacon of democracy in Africa.

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