In a disturbing display of unchecked power, the military has allegedly launched an attack on the Atebubu branch of the Believers Worship Centre (BWC) in the Bono East region of Ghana, raising concerns about impunity and human rights violations. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for accountability and the protection of civilians from military excesses.
On a special White Sunday service, the military allegedly descended upon the Atebubu branch of the BWC, forcing members to flee for their lives. Eyewitnesses report that the attack was unprovoked, with military personnel arriving in a pickup truck and unleashing mayhem. Although the motivations behind the attack remain unclear, it is evident that the military’s actions were disproportionate and unjustified.
This incident is not an isolated event but rather a symptom of a larger culture of impunity within the military. The absence of accountability and punishment for such actions emboldens military personnel to continue perpetrating human rights violations. The failure to investigate and prosecute those responsible for the attack sends a chilling message: that the military operates with impunity.
The attack on the Atebubu branch of the BWC raises serious human rights concerns, including:
– The right to life and security of person
– The right to freedom from torture and cruel treatment
– The right to freedom of assembly and association
The Founder and Leader of the Believers Worship Centre (BWC), Prophet Stephen Adom Kyei Duah, and the entire BWC community demand that the government and military authorities take immediate action to:
– Investigate the attack and hold those responsible accountable
– Provide compensation and support to victims and their families
– Implement measures to prevent future human rights violations
– Ensure that military personnel are held to the same standards as civilians under the law
The attack on the Atebubu branch of the BWC is a stark reminder of the dangers of impunity and the need for accountability. We must demand that those responsible be held accountable and that measures be taken to prevent future human rights violations. Only through collective action can we ensure that the military is held to the same standards as civilians and that human rights are protected.
