NPC Calls for Calm Amid Rising Political Tensions
1. Accra, May 20, 2026 –The National Peace Council (NPC) is deeply concerned about
the rising pollical tensions following recent arrests of some political actors based on
comments they allegedly made that purportedly flout on the laws of the country. As the
statutory body mandated under Act 818 to prevent, manage, and resolve conflict, we
call for calm and restraint from all sides.
2. The National Peace Council remind all Ghanaians that the rule of law, due process, and
respect for constitutional rights as enshrined in the 1992 Constitution of the Republic of
Ghana are non-negotiable pillars of our democracy and calls for moderation,
circumspection and tolerance by actors in the media and public places.
3. It is in this vein that we call on our respected Security and Judicial Institutions to act
with impartiality, transparency, and professionalism and ensure that the rights and
freedoms of citizens are always upheld in the performance of their lawful duties. The
National Peace Council, similarly, calls on Political Parties, their Communicators and
Actors to refrain from making unsubstantiated, inflammatory statements and actions
that has the potential to incite violence in the country.
4. The National Peace Council equally remind political commentators both home and
abroad to be mindful of their utterances and their impact on national cohesion and
stability.
5. The NPC reiterate the fact that Ghana’s stability depends on our ability to disagree in
our public discourse without resorting to abusive language or violence. We entreat the
citizenry to act with responsibility and civility in accordance with the law.
6. The Council as part of its quarterly trust building platform with political parties will
hold a meeting in the next few days to dialogue with the leadership of the parties to find
lasting solutions to this development to prevent escalation of the situation.
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Issued by
The Public Relations Unit
National Peace Council