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The Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has commenced a legal review of a comprehensive report detailing incidents of electoral violence recorded during the 2020 and 2024 general elections.
The report, which was submitted by President John Dramani Mahama, was compiled by the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, following a presidential directive aimed at addressing longstanding concerns over politically motivated violence.
The document outlines a series of violent incidents, including fatal shootings and clashes between political party supporters and security forces, which resulted in multiple deaths and injuries. According to police data, eight persons were killed in the 2020 elections and three others lost their lives during the 2024 polls.
Dr. Ayine’s office is expected to examine the report’s legal implications and advise the Presidency on possible prosecutorial actions, institutional reforms, or policy interventions to enhance electoral security and accountability.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Justice, the Attorney General reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that the rule of law prevails and that justice is served for victims of electoral violence.
He further underscored the importance of safeguarding Ghana’s democratic processes from intimidation, coercion, and impunity.
Civil society organisations and governance experts have praised the development, describing it as a long-overdue step toward accountability and the prevention of future election-related violence.
The Attorney General’s recommendations are expected to form the basis for possible prosecutions, legislative reforms, and institutional measures aimed at strengthening public trust in Ghana’s democratic and electoral systems.
