Elements within NPP are behind this – Collins Dauda speaks on his alleged arrest by police

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Asutifi South, Collins Dauda, has refuted allegations of his arrest by the Ghana Police Service in relation to some disruptions at a Limited Voter Registration centre.

He stated that he is not the MP for Asunafo South, as the police statement indicated, nor did he visit the named center to oversee the voter registration there.

He has, therefore, urged the public to dismiss the reports of his arrest as they are false.

“…Collins Dauda vehemently denies any involvement in or connection to the reported violent incidents during the voter registration exercise.

"Contrary to the misinformation being spread, Hon. Collins Dauda asserts that he is not the Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, the constituency in which the alleged incidents occurred. He confirms that he has not visited that constituency during the period in question, thus making any claims of his involvement baseless and untrue,” he clarified in a statement.

Dauda suggested that certain individuals within the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) might be disseminating such misleading information to damage his reputation.

He has called on the police in the Ahafo Region to investigate the matter and detain the culprits to face justice.

“These unfounded allegations, purportedly propagated by certain elements within the NPP party in the Asutifi South constituency and the Ahafo Region, are viewed by Collins Dauda as a deliberate smear campaign aimed at tarnishing his reputation and credibility.

“He is actively engaging legal measures to address the dissemination of false information and defamation of character. Additionally, he urges the Ghana Police Service in the Ahafo Region to swiftly investigate and apprehend those responsible for spreading fake news about him,” his statement, signed by Isaac Yaw Mensah, Deputy Constituency Secretary for Asutifi South, said.

It was previously reported by the Ghana Police Service on their official Twitter account that the MP for Asutifi South, Collins Dauda, had been arrested for his role in the disturbances during the Limited Voter Registration Exercise.

Read the full statement below:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Official Statement from Hon. Collins Dauda, Member of Parliament for Asutifi South

Accusations of Arrest and Involvement in Violent Incidents during Voter Registration Exercise Deemed False and Malicious

Asutifi South, Ahafo Region, Ghana – May 12, 2024 – In response to recent false allegations circulating in the media, Hon. Collins Dauda, Member of Parliament for Asutifi South in the Ahafo Region of Ghana, vehemently denies any involvement in or connection to the reported violent incidents during the voter registration exercise.

Contrary to the misinformation being spread, Hon. Collins Dauda asserts that he is not the Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, the constituency in which the alleged incidents occurred. He confirms that he has not visited that constituency during the period in question, thus making any claims of his involvement baseless and untrue.

These unfounded allegations, purportedly propagated by certain elements within the NPP party in the Asutifi South constituency and the Ahafo Region, are viewed by Hon. Collins Dauda as a deliberate smear campaign aimed at tarnishing his reputation and credibility.

In response to these malicious acts, Hon. Collins Dauda is taking decisive steps to hold the perpetrators accountable for their actions. He is actively engaging legal measures to address the dissemination of false information and defamation of character. Additionally, he urges the Ghana Police Service in the Ahafo Region to swiftly investigate and apprehend those responsible for spreading fake news about him.

Hon. Collins Dauda reaffirms his unwavering commitment to peace, democracy, and the rule of law in Ghana. He emphasizes that such deliberate attempts to undermine the democratic process and sow discord will not be tolerated. As a dedicated public servant, he remains steadfast in his duty to uphold the democratic principles and integrity of the nation.

Hon. Collins Dauda is the elected Member of Parliament for Asutifi South in the Ahafo Region of Ghana. With a steadfast dedication to public service, he is committed to promoting peace, development, and the welfare of his constituents. Hon. Collins Dauda has a proven track record of advocating for the interests of the people and upholding democratic values.

Signed

Isaac Yaw Mensah

Deputy Constituency Secrectary

Asutifi south

End of Release

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