The Eastern Regional Police Command has conducted a police show of force to demonstrate readiness and assure the public and NPP delegates of a secure environment for the party’s January 31st primary election.

The security walk led by DCOP Joseph Owusu Bempah, covering key principal streets in Koforidua, including High Street, Apenteng High Street, and Prince Boateng Road, to demonstrate readiness for the NPP primary election.

Speaking to the journalists in an interview after the walk, the Eastern Regional Police Commander, DCOP Joseph Owusu Bempah, has assured the New Patriotic Party (NPP) leadership of robust security measures for the party’s presidential primaries on January 31, 2026.

He warned against the presence of “machomen” or thugs at polling centers, stating that the police are prepared to take action against anyone disrupting the process and however emphasized that senior officers will be deployed to inner and outer segments of polling centers, with a heavy presence at vulnerable areas.

He noted that the police will not allow private security personnel at polling centers, having undergone extensive training and rehearsals to ensure a peaceful election during, before and after.
CUE IN SOT……….DCOP JOSEPH OWUSU BEMPAH, EASTERN REGIONAL POLICE COMMANDER.

The Eastern Regional Police Commander, DCOP Joseph Owusu Bempah, announced plans to deploy approximately 1,717 police officers to polling centers across the region for the NPP presidential primary on January 31, 2026. Each constituency will have 125 police personnel, including two senior officers, two rapid response teams, and 220 personnel trained in public order management. Additional standby forces will also be available to ensure a peaceful and secure voting process.

DCOP Joseph Owusu Bempah urged the media to verify information before reporting to avoid spreading misinformation and rumours. He also encouraged the media to exercise restraint when cautioned by the police to prevent conflicts, emphasizing that election coverage is a collaborative effort between the police, media, electoral commission, and the public.