Election violence: One suspect discharged, 25 facing trial – Muntaka
Interior Minister Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak says 26 suspects have so far been arraigned in connection with election-related violence recorded during the 2020 and 2024 general elections. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series, the Minister said one of the 26 suspects has since been discharged, while the remaining 25 are currently facing trial. He added that […]
Interior Minister Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak announced that 26 suspects have been charged with election-related violence from the 2020 and 2024 general elections. Out of these, one suspect has been released, and the remaining 25 are currently under trial. The police are still searching for 13 suspects who have been linked to the incidents but have yet to be apprehended.
Muntaka assured that efforts are being made to locate these outstanding suspects and ensure the prosecution of those already in court. He urged the public to come forward with any information they may have regarding the 13 fugitives. The cases are part of a broader investigation initiated by President John Dramani Mahama to probe election-related violence during the aforementioned elections.
Muntaka reiterated the government's dedication to holding accountable anyone found guilty of the violence. The Minister called on the public to assist in locating the remaining suspects by providing credible information.
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