The Ghana Armed Forces have issued a stern caution to protesters who wear unauthorized and unlawful military pattern uniforms and other military paraphernalia during demonstrations.
The same caution is extended to other individuals who are providing private security for public figures.The military maintains that, it is illegal to sue the military uniform if one is not a recognized military personnel.In a press release dated October 14, 2024 and signed by the Director General, Public Relations of the Ghana Armed Forces, Brigadier General E.
AGGREY-QUASHIE, the military cited a recent demonstrations in Accra and Kumasi where some individuals were sighted in military uniforms and other military accoutrements.Excerpts of the statement read, "GAF has also noted with dismay similar illegal acts among persons operating in illegal mining areas (Galamsey sites) and some political activists.
Despite ongoing education and warnings, this concerning trend appears to be increasing.""During recent demonstrations in Accra and Kumasi, it was observed that some protesters and individuals claiming to provide private security to dignitaries were dressed in military-pattern camouflage uniforms and other military-style gears.