The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has expressed concern about the pockets of violent incidents recently recorded during some electoral processes towards the main election in December.

The GBA warns that such incidents are not a positive indication as the country approaches the general election.

Yaw Acheampong Boafo, President of the GBA, urged the youth to remain purposeful and resist being used by politicians as instruments of violence. 

He encouraged them to engage in activities that would improve their lives and the lives of their families rather than put them in danger.

Mr Boafo made these remarks at the remembrance service for the Martyrs of the Rule of Law, held at the Cavalry Baptist Church on Sunday, June 30.

“To the youth who are invariably exploited and manipulated by some political actors, I urge you to be purposely in life. Channel your energy into meaningful ventures and not be misled by unscrupulous politicians to engage in acts that destabilise our nation.”

“I dare say, you’re worth more than some few Ghana Cedis and a pack of cooked rice,” he said. 

He also called on Ghanaians to safeguard the country's democratic achievements and promote the economic well-being of all citizens.

“The 2024 General election is a little over five months away. It is not in doubt that the stakes are even higher.”

“We cannot afford to deal with similar acts of threats, violence, intimidation and vigilantism which can affect the peace and stability of Ghana and our general quest to consolidate our democratic gains and accelerate our economic development,” he added.