ACCRA – The Third Force Party, led by Nana Kwame Bediako, also known as Cheddar, has issued a public apology following an incident where a member of their security team assaulted an unarmed supporter.
The party expressed deep regret over the event, which was widely circulated in a viral video on social media and sparked public outrage, highlighting a violation of their core values and an unacceptable act of violence.
The video, which gained significant traction across various social media platforms, depicted a moment where a security operative associated with the party was seen physically accosting a supporter.
The footage showed the supporter, who appeared to be unarmed and posed no immediate threat, being subjected to aggressive behavior by the security personnel. The swift dissemination of this video led to widespread condemnation and calls for accountability from the public.
In a statement signed by General Secretary Charles Yomekpe, the party extended its sincerest apologies to the victim, their family, and all Ghanaians. They emphasized that the supporter was unarmed, posed no threat, and deserved to be treated with dignity.
The Third Force Party condemned the actions of the security team member as unjustifiable and contrary to the principles of democracy, where engagement and expression should be protected.
The party announced that an immediate investigation has been launched into the incident, assuring the public that the perpetrator will be held fully accountable under the law and party regulations.
They affirmed their commitment to preventing similar occurrences in the future and to restoring public confidence in their movement. The Third Force Party also thanked the public for drawing attention to the matter and for upholding high standards of conduct, acknowledging the role of social media in bringing the incident to light.
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