The suspects, believed to have been plotting to incite violence during the upcoming 2024 general elections, were killed during a raid in a quiet residential area of the city.
The operation, which took place in the late hours of Friday, at around 11:30pm, followed weeks of intelligence gathering and covert surveillance.
Security sources revealed that the individuals, whose identities are yet to be disclosed, had been flagged for suspicious movements and clandestine meetings with alleged local accomplices.
The raid was conducted after intelligence suggested they were finalizing plans to carry out violent disruptions during the election period.
According to eyewitnesses, the neighborhood was suddenly swarmed by heavily armed security personnel around midnight.
Residents reported hearing gunshots and loud commands as the operation unfolded.
One witness, Emmanuel Asare, described the scene as intense. “We were all asleep when we heard gunfire. The security forces surrounded a house in the area, and it was like something out of a movie,” he said.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects were linked to a network with ties to extremist groups operating in the Sahel region.
They reportedly intended to exploit Ghana’s relatively stable political environment to create chaos and undermine the electoral process.
The suspects were allegedly stockpiling weapons and explosives, which were recovered during the raid.
The Ghana Police Service and National Security Council issued a joint statement early Saturday, confirming the deaths and assuring citizens that the situation was under control.
“This successful operation is a testament to the vigilance of our security forces. We remain committed to safeguarding the peace and security of Ghana, particularly as we approach the 2024 elections,” the statement read.
Despite the success of the operation, the incident has sparked widespread concern among Ghanaians.
Political analysts warn that this development underscores the urgent need for enhanced security measures as the elections draw closer. Civil society groups have also called for greater public vigilance and cooperation with authorities.
Source: m.dailyadvent.com
