Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has said that any person who violates the law must be made to face the consequences.
Speaking in relation to the arrest and prosecution of the Democracy Hub protesters, Mr Kufuor indicated although people have the right to demonstrate, they have no right to go against the law during the protest.
It is recalled that the leader of the Democracy Hub demonstration Oliver Barker Vormawor was captured on camera removing the kyes of the Police van during their recent demonstration.
He was subsequently arrested and charged.
Speaking on Accra-based Angel FM, Mr Kufuor said “If you attack a police officer or take away their car key, you must face the law or be punished. We can’t let them go scot-free.”
Regarding the illegal small-scale mining (Galamsey) menace, he said “We must find a solution to this menace that affects not only the environment but also the livelihoods of many Ghanaians.”
He added, “We need to work together to find a way to stop the destruction of our natural resources and ensure that our environment is protected for future generations.”
Meanwhile, Organised Labour has suspended its intended strike on October 10, 2024.
The decision was taken after they expressed satisfaction with the government’s measures rolled out so far to address the galamsey menace.
