The Nationwide Peace Council (NPC) has expressed concern over rising political tensions within the nation following the latest arrests of some political figures over feedback that allegedly violated Ghanaian legislation.
In a press release issued on 20 Might 2026, the Council burdened the necessity to safeguard Ghana’s democratic stability and known as for calm, restrained and accountable public debate.
“The Nationwide Peace Council is deeply involved in regards to the escalating political tensions following the latest arrests of some political figures,” the assertion mentioned.
The NPC reminded Ghanaians that the rule of legislation, due course of and respect for constitutional rights stay the basic rules underpinning the nation’s democracy.
“The rule of legislation, due course of and respect for the constitutional rights enshrined within the 1992 Structure of the Republic of Ghana are inalienable pillars of our democracy,” the council mentioned.
The council additionally known as on media and public actors to train moderation, vigilance and tolerance.
He additionally known as on the nation’s safety and judicial establishments to behave with equity, transparency and professionalism in finishing up their duties.
“We name on our revered safety and judicial establishments to behave with equity, transparency and professionalism, and to make sure that the rights and freedoms of our persons are upheld always,” the assertion mentioned.
The NPC additionally warned political events, communicators, and political officers towards making inflammatory or unfounded statements that might incite violence.
The Council warned that political discourse should not degenerate into acts that threaten nationwide peace and stability.
He additionally known as on political commentators in Ghana and overseas to be aware of the influence their statements might have on nationwide unity.
“The Nationwide Folks’s Congress reiterates the truth that Ghana’s stability relies on our capability to voice our variations in public with out resorting to abuse or violence,” it added.
As a part of efforts to defuse tensions and stop escalation, the Nationwide Folks’s Congress introduced plans to carry a gathering with political get together leaders within the coming days underneath its quarterly confidence-building platform.
The initiative goals to foster dialogue and establish sturdy options to present political developments, the council mentioned.
