The Attorney-General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has lamented the frequent protests being carried out as the country gears up to go to the polls.
Describing the demonstrations as "drumbeats of violence, mayhem, incitement to violence and civil disobedience," Godfred Dame indicated that there are attempts to create tension ahead of the elections and instill fear into people.
He indicated that persons responsible for the attacks on the security forces and disruption of essential public services during protests must face the rigours of the law irrespective of the motives of the demonstrations.
Citing examples from other jurisdictions, the Attorney-General indicated that lawlessness will not be countenanced through demonstrations. "Respectfully, an unhealthy cycle in the life of the nation is occurring again.