While the police are often regarded as friends of the public, soldiers are at best only regarded as neighbours who live side by side with citizens in communities.
However, despite this neighbourly relationship, interactions with the military sometimes leave Ghanaians feeling intimidated, creating the impression that soldiers are not always welcoming of the populace.
Across various parts of Ghana, reports frequently emerge of clashes between residents and the military, arising from misunderstandings that range from minor disagreements to some very serious disputes.
Such confrontations often escalate, resulting in injuries and, regrettably, loss of lives, in some instances.
