Secretary-General of the Ghana Federation of Labour, Abraham Koomson, has urged the government to ensure that individuals suspected of wrongdoing are pursued through lawful means, stressing that security agencies must not be intimidated when carrying out legitimate duties.
Speaking on Ahotor FM’s Adekyee Mu Nsem programme in Accra-Tema on September 24, 2026, Mr Koomson said security officers performing duties prescribed by law should remain focused despite criticism, threats or pressure from politicians and other individuals.
According to him, government has a responsibility to enforce the law, and where there is sufficient basis for an arrest, the appropriate security agency should take the necessary action.
He, however, stressed that the powers of security agencies must be exercised responsibly and strictly within the confines of the law.
Mr Koomson questioned why some former government officials facing allegations or investigations have remained outside Ghana instead of returning to participate in the relevant legal processes.
He said Ghana had witnessed instances where former senior government officials faced political and legal challenges but remained in the country to deal with the processes.
He therefore argued that leaving the country should not become a means of avoiding accountability.
The labour leader also appealed to political parties and families to encourage persons facing investigations to cooperate with the appropriate state institutions rather than evade legal processes.
Security agencies cautioned against abuse
Despite his call for firm law enforcement, Mr Koomson cautioned security agencies against abusing their authority or targeting citizens without legitimate justification.
He recounted an experience in which he was monitored by security personnel, saying one of the officers later became friendly with him and explained aspects of how surveillance operations were conducted.
According to him, security agencies may monitor individuals considered potential threats to national security, but such operations must be based on legitimate security concerns.
He warned against using security powers to target citizens simply because they criticise government policies or express political opinions.
Mr Koomson also rejected the use of violence against individuals under the justification of protecting society.
He said where there are allegations that an individual is working with others to undermine the country, the appropriate response should be proper investigation, lawful arrest where justified and prosecution through the courts.
He called on security agencies to maintain professionalism and ensure that their operations are conducted in accordance with the law.
By Stephen Kwaku Owusu Mintah
