The National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, popularly known as Nana B, has assured party supporters that adequate security measures will be in place during the presidential primaries scheduled for January 31.

Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s morning show Dwaso Nsem, Nana B said the decision to arm police officers at polling stations is to protect against potential threats, which may not necessarily originate from within the party.

“It’s not a bad idea. You don’t know the external threats that may come, and they may not even come from the NPP. A lot of delegates are going to the polls, and the police have to be prepared,” he said.

He explained that security personnel deployed near the voting centers will not carry rifles, while those stationed further away will be armed to safeguard the surroundings.

“Every polling station will have some men deployed. Not all of them will hold rifles, but security is very important and must be protected during elections,” Nana B added.

The NPP National Organiser urged party supporters to remain calm and respect the outcome of the elections.

“Support anyone who wins. I can assure you that no one can rig this election,” he said.

His comments come after the NPP announced that the Ghana Police Service would be armed during the primaries, following intelligence reports suggesting possible threats.

According to the Secretary of the NPP Election Committee, William Yamoah, the decision was made after videos and commentaries suggesting potential violence were intercepted.