Security has been significantly reinforced at the Prempeh Assembly Hall in Kumasi, now serving as the new venue for the Council of State election in the Ashanti Region.
This comes after recent disruptions marred the electoral process, prompting authorities to implement strict security measures to ensure a peaceful and orderly vote.
The decision to enhance security follows an incident on Tuesday, February 11, when a group of individuals disrupted the election, causing chaos and halting proceedings. The disturbance raised concerns among stakeholders, necessitating swift intervention by law enforcement to restore order and prevent further tensions.
In response to the unrest, police have deployed a heavy security presence, conducting thorough checks on all individuals entering the premises. These precautions aim to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process and prevent any recurrence of violence.
The Ashanti Regional Caucus in Parliament has strongly condemned the acts of disruption, urging the government to take decisive action against those responsible.