The Menace of Political Party Vigilantism: Reflections from Takoradi

CODEO’s nationwide train on the menace of political vigilantism hit the Western Region of Ghana. The oil city of Takoradi hosted CODEOs sixth press confab on Wenesday July 26, 2017 to relay the reflections of from a cross-section of stakeholders in the region. The statement which was presented to the media at the Grand Favor Hotel, Takoradi highlight some of the following recommendations 1. Public education and sensitization on civic values and patriotism should be re-introduced and given prominence in schools. 2. Political parties should as a matter of urgency put measures in place to regulate the conduct and activities of youth groups. 3. All criminal offenses should be separated from electoral offenses and prosecuted by the Police. Click the link to access the full statement released today.