The proliferation of vigilante groups in Africa and Ghana in particular, has been attributed by many scholars to the failure of the security services to guarantee safety. But this is only a part of the story. In the book “Global Policing Research and Practice” it is noted that, the rise of such groups may be … Read more
Lawyers for eight members of Delta Force standing trial at a Kumasi Circuit Court expressed disappointment at the inability of the court to bring finality to the case on Tuesday. The concerns by the counsels of the members of the so-called ‘vigilante group’ stems from the decision of the court to adjourn hearing to the … Read more
The Kumasi Circuit Court 2 has adjourned to May 17, 2017 the case involving the eight (8) members of the vigilante group, Delta Force, a group affiliated to the New Patriotic Party. The eight are standing trial for disturbing a court session, resisting arrest, and freeing the 13 Delta Force members who were in lawful … Read more
The Minister for Information, Mr Mustapha Hamid has averred that vigilantism is a human problem that no institution can manage on its own. According to him, vigilantism is a deviant behaviour which is common in every society hence the need for law enforcement agencies to deal with people who fall foul of the law. “There … Read more
The Minister for National Security, Mr Albert Kan Dapaah has warned vigilante groups against carrying out operations in Ghana as they have no legal recognition. Speaking to the parliament on Thursday, Mr Kan Dapaah urged Members and political actors to avoid bolstering such illegal groups party colours to make the fight against such moves successful. See Also: Delta … Read more
The 13 Delta Force escapees who fled after their first case hearing have been fined GHc 2,400 each for avoiding court verdict. Members of the pro-NPP vigilante group who were illegally freed by their compatriots at the Kumasi Circuit Court last week, appeared before the court today, Tuesday April 11, 2017. The Delta Force escapees were … Read more
In their most scathing remarks yet against President Akufo-Addo since losing power, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) last Wednesday accused him of being complicit in the recent Delta Force breach of the law in Kumasi. The NDC also expressed dismay at what the party said was the paltry fine of GH¢2,400 slapped on each of … Read more
The Attorney General has requested for a duplicate case docket of the eight members of the pro-New Patriotic Party vigilante group, Delta Force, who allegedly raided a Circuit Court in Kumasi resulting in the escape of 13 other members who were standing trial. Police prosecutor, ACP Okyere Darko, told the Circuit Court 2 in Kumasi … Read more
In their most scathing remarks yet against President Akufo-Addo since losing power, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) last Wednesday accused him of being complicit in the recent Delta Force breach of the law in Kumasi. The NDC also expressed dismay at what the party said was the paltry fine of GHC2,400 slapped on each of … Read more
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has condemned the acts of lawlessness by the vigilante group, Delta Force, warning his government will not countenance impunity and disregard for the laws of the land. In his Easter message to the people of Ghana, the President said though the security agencies and the judiciary have taken up the … Read more
The 13 Delta Force escapees who fled after their first case hearing have been fined GHc 2,400 each for avoiding court verdict. Members of the pro-NPP vigilante group who were illegally freed by their compatriots at the Kumasi Circuit Court last week, appeared before the court today, Tuesday April 11, 2017. The Delta Force escapees were … Read more
Critical Thinkers International (CTI), a pressure group, has indicated that the activities of vigilante group, Delta Force, if not checked, would hamper efforts by the current Akufo-Addo administration to woo investors into the country. In a recent statement issued in Accra titled: ‘Menace by the Delta Force and others: A doom for Ghana if not … Read more
The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP), the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and other political parties, to dissolve all vigilante groups within their respective parties. The commission noted in a statement that, such a step would “avoid any further and future undemocratic activities from such groups.” Their charge … Read more
The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP), the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and other political parties, to dissolve all vigilante groups within their respective parties. The commission noted in a statement that, such a step would “avoid any further and future undemocratic activities from such groups.” Their charge … Read more
The Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has asked the Inspector General of Police to come clear on what constitutes a vigilante group. In an interview with Ekourba Gyasi on Atinka AM Drive, Nana Obiri Boahene mentioned that, based on his law background, he would have called for an all-out programme to … Read more
National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament for the Keta Constituency, Richard Quarshigah, believes the Akufo-Addo government has performed abysmally in the first 90 days since assuming office. According to him, he will score the government 20 percent for delivery out of a 100 percent score. Speaking on the segment on on Monday [April 10], the legislator … Read more
National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament for the Keta Constituency, Richard Quarshigah, believes the Akufo-Addo government has performed abysmally in the first 90 days since assuming office. According to him, he will score the government 20 percent for delivery out of a 100 percent score . Speaking on the Point Blank segment on Eyewitness … Read more
The Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Koku Anyidoho has mocked the immediate past Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Prof. Emmanuel Martey over his comments on the activities of vigilante groups. The fierce critic of the former Moderator, questioned if Prof. Martey’s toothache was gone before commenting on the activities … Read more
The Founder and leader of Levite House International Ministry, Prophet Johnson Nana Gyima has cautioned the Nana Addo led New Patriotic Party (NPP) government to tackle head on the insurgence of political vigilante groups. According to the charismatic man of God, these groups are capable of plunging Ghana into war. ‘’You see in this age … Read more
The independent Presidential Candidate in the 2016 general elections Jacob Osei Yeboah has stirred the controversy surrounding the operations of Kumasi based political vigilante group with affiliation to the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) Delta Force. The man who is also referred to as Joy2012 has blamed the trial judge Mary Senkyire for not ‘thinking … Read more