North Tongu lawmaker Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has told the irate youth of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) who are allegedly attacking state institutions and taking over the properties to stop their action because they will not be defended when they are arrested.
He described such conduct as lawlessness which does not reflect the personality of the leader of the National Democratic Congress John Dramani Mahama therefore it should stop.
Speaking on TV3 Tuesday, December 10, he said “If you are arrested don’t expect any of us to come and defend you because what you have done you don’t have our permission to do that.
“Our leader is a peaceful leader, and so you have to be law-abiding in celebration. Don’t take over state institutions.”
He further noted that this conduct has been happening election after election but it must stop.
In a video, the youth were captured attempting to forcibly open the main gate to the premises. This action comes despite calls from NDC National Communications Officer Sammy Gyamfi for supporters to celebrate their victory in the presidential and parliamentary elections with moderation.
Sammy Gyamfi’s appeal followed reports of violence and the tragic deaths of two NDC supporters in Akomadan. Addressing the media in Accra on Monday, Gyamfi emphasized the importance of responsible celebration.
“Exercise restraint in your celebration. We must show that we are responsible citizens. You can’t engage in vandalism, attacks, or looting state properties; it is against the law. Ours is a law-abiding party. We want you to live to see Mahama sworn into office,” Gyamfi stated.
He further urged supporters not to attack any state institutions and to jubilate responsibly.
The post Don’t expect some of us to defend you when you are arrested – Ablakwa tells irate NDC youth first appeared on 3News.
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