President-elect John Mahama has urged President Nana Akufo-Addo and the security services to take swift and decisive actions to address the ongoing acts of lawlessness reported across the country.
Addressing the nation from his residence on Tuesday evening, Mr Mahama reminded the government that state power is still in the hands of the current administration, and therefore called on "the president and the security agencies to act decisively to curb the ongoing acts of lawlessness immediately.”
The appeal was made amidst growing concerns over attacks on state offices and installations, which some fear could destabilise the nation’s democratic peace.
Mr Mahama stated that transitions from one administration to another create the impression of a vacuum of power, and certain people are easily misled into acting in their own parochial interest instead of the national interest.
He condemned the attacks, saying, “I received reports of attacks on state offices and installations. While it's unclear who is behind these attacks, I condemn them in no uncertain terms. These acts must cease immediately.”
Urging restraint, the President-elect appealed to the youth, who may feel disillusioned or frustrated, to avoid engaging in criminal behaviour.
"As I said during my post-declaration speech, I urge the youth not to vent their frustration in criminal enterprise. Instead, they must channel their anger and frustration into the positive enterprise of resetting and rebuilding our beloved nation."
Calling for calm and unity, Mr Mahama reassured citizens that this is a time for collective effort to rebuild Ghana.
"We have fought hard for change, and now is the time to demonstrate our commitment to rebuilding the Ghana we want through unity and understanding."
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