The Ghana Police Service will deploy approximately 80 officers to each electoral area for the Ayawaso East by-election. This decision was announced by ASP Asong Ayrakwa, the Nima District Police Commander.

The deployment is intended to safeguard voters, candidates, and electoral officials during the election process. It is a key part of the broader security preparations for the by-election.

The announcement was made during a stakeholders’ debate and community engagement event. This meeting was held ahead of the Ayawaso East parliamentary by-election.

The Ghana Police Service is committed to ensuring a secure and peaceful electoral environment.