The New Force has described the circumstances following the arrest and repatriation of its Spokesperson, Shalimar Abbiusi a.k.a Shallie as a pursuit of political interest rather than exhibition of a legal framework.
According to the movement, the actors prioritised their partisan political interest “the integrity of our country and its international reputation.”
The group, has in a statement issued Thursday, December 21, 2023, condemned the inhumane treatment it says their spokesperson was subjected to by state security agencies.
It has expressed its disappointment in the state and apologised to Shallie’s home country, the international community and the misuse of power to abuse the young lady rather than acting within the framework of legality.
“In a gesture of accountability, we extend apologies to the Kingdom of Belgium, the EU
committee and the international community at large. We hope that you do not retaliate in
kind. We hope that Ghana reconsiders their reported misuse of power for political interests
and realigns herself with a robust legal framework that preserves our global standing as a
country of justice and peace. To us, the integrity of our country and its international reputation is more important than partisan political interest,” portions of the statement pointed out.
The movement also apologised to the family for the strain the treatment meted out to the lady has caused them.
“The New Force, express our profound regret for the reported instances of; abuse faced by Shallie, unwarranted detention for up to seven (7) days, the unwarranted
search, and ransacking of her home.
“The movement acknowledges the strain on her family and sympathizes with their aggrieved feelings over reported gross misconduct and malpractice by trusted officials. Shallie has since returned to the Kingdom of Belgium,” it added.
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