Military personnel were unexpectedly seen at the Weija ITS polling station in Accra today, December 7, 2024, despite earlier commitments from security agencies that the military would not be stationed at polling centres during the elections.

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This development has sparked concerns among voters and election observers, as it appears to contradict assurances from the Ghana Police Service that only police officers and authorised security personnel would oversee security at polling stations.The sighting has led to confusion and questions about the consistency of security measures.

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While election officials have yet to comment on the matter, the police have stated that they are monitoring the situation closely.Residents at the polling station have expressed mixed reactions. Some are uneasy about the unexpected presence of soldiers, while others remain composed, trusting the authorities to ensure a fair and orderly election.

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