Democracy Hub has announced its intention to hold a three-day demonstration from September 21-23 at the Revolutionary Square, across Liberation Road, opposite the Jubilee House.
In a statement, Democracy Hub confirmed that it has formally notified the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, in accordance with the Public Order Act. The protest, organised by the group, will begin at 6:00 am.
The demonstration aims to address critical issues affecting the country, including socio-economic injustice, unemployment, rising poverty, state capture, nepotism, corruption, and the need for judicial independence
“Democracy Hub, the Convenor of the #FixTheCountry movement and #OccupyJulorbiHouse protests, wishes to notify the public and media outlets of our upcoming peaceful protest under the theme “A New Constitution for a New Generation”.
“The protest will begin at 6:00 AM on 21st September and conclude at 11:59 PM on 23rd September 2024; and is scheduled to take place at the Revolutionary Square across Liberation Road, opposite the Jubilee House. Democracy Hub has formally notified the Inspector General of Police in accordance with the Public Order Act.
“Purpose of the Protest: This demonstration is organized to address several critical issues plaguing Ghanaian society, with a particular focus on socio-economic injustice, lack of jobs, rising poverty, state capture, nepotism, corruption, and the need for judicial independence.”
The group emphasised its commitment to a peaceful and orderly demonstration. In September 2023, Democracy Hub organised a similar protest, dubbed #OccupyJulorbiHouse, which resulted in the arrest of some members by the police.
Source: Ahenkanfmonline.net / 93.3 FM