Obuasi chaos: Military and NDC agents clash in bloody fisticuffs [VIDEO]
Violence broke out in Obuasi East during a heated confrontation between the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Communication Officer for the area and military personnel.
The altercation occurred when the NDC official challenged the presence of military personnel near a polling centre, asserting that their actions were illegal.
The situation escalated when the NDC officer resisted attempts by the military to stop him from filming the encounter.
He, in turn, demanded that the soldiers also cease recording.
Tensions quickly rose, leading to chaos at the scene.
Eyewitnesses reported gunshots being fired, causing panic among bystanders and raising concerns about the safety and integrity of the electoral process in the area.
The incident has drawn criticism from various quarters, with some questioning the role of military personnel in electoral activities.
Authorities are yet to release an official statement on the incident, but it underscores the need for calm and adherence to laid-down protocols to ensure a peaceful and transparent election.
Stakeholders are being urged to prioritise dialogue and cooperation to avoid further violence as the nation prepares for the critical polls.
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