President John Dramani Mahama has signaled that the government is preparing to offer compensation to victims of the 2024 electoral violence.
Speaking at the Post-2024 Elections Evaluation Dialogue organized by the National Peace Council in Koforidua, the President revealed that the Attorney General is currently drafting a report to be submitted to Cabinet for consideration. This report will guide the government’s decision on the appropriate compensation for those affected.
“The Attorney General is working on a report to be presented to Cabinet for adequate compensation to be paid to victims of the violence,” he stated.
President Mahama also renewed his call for swift investigations into the incidents to ensure that justice is served for the victims.
“The IGP, expedite investigations into these acts of electoral violence and bring the perpetrators to justice. The Attorney General is also working on a report to be presented to Cabinet for adequate compensation to be paid to victims and relatives of those affected by the violence,” the President stated.