The National Election Security Task Force has revealed that military personnel will join police efforts to safeguard collation centres as the Electoral Commission (EC) resumes tallying results for pending constituencies from the December 7 elections.This measure follows concerns raised by the EC over insufficient security during the earlier stages of collation, which led to a suspension of the process.

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Addressing the press on Friday, December 20, ACP Grace Ansah-Akrofi, spokesperson for the task force, underscored the need to maintain calm and order at collation centres.She urged political leaders to discourage supporters from assembling at these venues, warning that such actions could heighten tensions and disrupt proceedings.

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ACP Ansah-Akrofi reassured the public that the combined police and military presence will create a secure environment for the EC to complete its duties without further interruptions. She appealed to all parties to cooperate with security teams and uphold the values of peace and democracy.“The Task Force assured the Electoral Commission of its readiness to provide the needed security for the outstanding collisions.

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In addition, the Commission reminded the Task Force that during the collation, only individuals accredited by the Commission should be allowed access to the collation centres. In this regard, there will be a joint police and military deployment for the exercise.“We wish to caution the public that non-accredited persons will not be permitted at the centres.

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Also, the Task Force would like to urge the political parties to refrain from inciting their supporters to mass up at the coalition centres to disrupt the process.“We wish to state that throughout the election period, including this post-election phase, the National Election Security Task Force has put Ghana first. We have put the peace and security of the country first, and we will continue to do so,” she stated.

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