The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has issued a strong warning following a series of attempts by mobs to disarm military personnel deployed alongside the Ghana Police Service to restore law and order in various regions of the country.
In a statement released on Tuesday, December 10, the GAF expressed concern over the growing hostility toward security forces and emphasized that such actions would not be tolerated.
The statement made clear that soldiers on authorized duty have the legal right to defend themselves, innocent civilians, and property, including the use of lethal force if necessary to preserve life.
GAF further highlighted that aggression against military personnel not only endangers the safety of the officers but also threatens public order and national stability.
The statement highlighted that these actions of aggression against military personnel not only jeopardize the safety of the officers involved but also threaten public order and the nation’s stability.
The GAF emphasized that the role of the military, in collaboration with the police, is critical to maintaining peace and security, particularly in times of unrest.
