In the early hours of December 17, 2024, a fire erupted at the Kwashieman Cluster of Schools in Accra, Ghana.
This facility was serving as the storage site for ballot boxes from the Ablekuma North Constituency following the December 7 general elections.
The blaze reportedly began in the school’s library, which had been temporarily converted into a storage area for the ballot boxes. Eyewitnesses living near the school reported seeing thick smoke and flames engulfing the building shortly after the fire started.
The Ghana Police Service, in collaboration with the Ghana National Fire Service, has since launched an investigation into the incident. Authorities have assured the public that any individuals found responsible for the fire will be arrested and brought to justice. They have also urged the public to remain calm as the investigation continues.
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This incident comes on the back of post-election disturbances across the country.
Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has arrested 132 suspects in connection with these disturbances. Of these, 45 have been remanded into custody, 71 are on police enquiry bail, and 16 are on court bail.
Civil society organizations have also called on citizens to stay calm and respect the rule of law during this period. They have also urged security agencies to intensify efforts to restore order and hold accountable those responsible for acts of lawlessness following the elections.
