Deputy Chief of Staff in charge of Operations, Stan Dogbe, has reassured Ghanaians that President John Dramani Mahama remains committed to upholding the right to peaceful protest.

He gave this assurance in response to leaders of a New Patriotic Party (NPP) demonstration, led by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo‑Markin, who delivered a petition to the presidency on Monday, 5 May, protesting the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.

The demonstrators had earlier delivered similar petitions to Parliament and the judicial service.

Addressing the petitioners, Mr Dogbe emphasised that peaceful assemblies have been respected under this administration and will continue to be so.

“President Mahama has always upheld the people’s right to peaceful demonstration, and he will continue to allow for peaceful protests as he has shown so far,” he said, urging citizens to exercise their freedoms responsibly.

He further noted that the government views respectful protest as an essential aspect of Ghana’s democracy rather than a threat.

“As long as protests remain non‑violent and within the bounds of the law, they are not only tolerated but welcomed as a means of civic engagement,” Mr Dogbe added.

Concluding his address, the Deputy Chief of Staff called for mutual respect between protestors and state institutions.

“We ask that all demonstrators maintain order and respect public property. In turn, the government will ensure their safety and protect their constitutional rights,” he affirmed.