Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has criticised Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, claiming that regardless of how challenging the circumstances may be, he has a constitutional duty to uphold expectations when citizens are required to demonstrate.

Ayariga argues that the IGP has constitutional responsibilities to ensure that citizens can peacefully protest and that he is in office to fulfill those duties, not just at his discretion.

He emphasizes that the IGP's role is one of authority and responsibility, entrusted by the citizens to maintain peace, order, and security in the country, even during protests or demonstrations. He suggests that the IGP must make every effort to facilitate citizens' exercise of their freedom to demonstrate, as it is part of his job.

Furthermore, Ayariga points out that the IGP is paid and provided with the necessary resources to carry out his duties efficiently. Therefore, he believes that the IGP cannot refuse to work when the required resources are available.

It seems that Ayariga is dissatisfied with the performance of government officials, particularly the IGP, and asserts that the Minority in Parliament will focus on holding public servants accountable for their constitutional duties and responsibilities.

This statement underscores the importance of upholding democratic rights and responsibilities and ensuring that public officials fulfill their roles in a manner that respects citizens' freedoms and maintains public order.

He said that in order to fulfil the expectations of the public, public officials—including the IGP—must carry out their constitutionally mandated duties.

According to the MP, it is the IGP's duty to ensure residents have the necessary protection and security when they exercise their right to demonstrate.

This is essential to ensuring that protests remain peaceful and that individuals or groups looking to disturb the peace are not allowed to do so.

He warned that because of his actions, the IGP would be the next public official to be fired.

“The IGP is not there on his own. He should take off his uniform and check to see if he is the IGP. He has constitutional obligations to live up to expectations when citizens must demonstrate, no matter how difficult the task. Even if it is difficult, the IGP must assure the demonstrators’ safety, security, and protection," Mahama Ayariga stated.

"We cannot offer you the resources, budget, recruit for you, or equip you with logistics such as vehicles, and you claim you are unable to accomplish your job. After the governor of the Bank of Ghana, we will demand the expulsion of the IGP,” he added.