Recent reports alleging that ten junior police officers abandoned their lawsuit against the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) over purported unlawful transfers have been firmly refuted.
According to a statement issued by Nana Ewusi Kwansah, the claims are misleading and fail to reflect the true state of the legal proceedings.
The officers, who had initially filed a suit challenging their transfers, reportedly withdrew their case to amend and strengthen it before refiling.
The statement emphasized that this legal strategy is a standard judicial practice and not indicative of abandonment. It outlined the officers’ strategic decision to revise their case, which was subsequently resubmitted to the court.
“The withdrawal and amendment of the initial suit were strategic decisions aimed at presenting a stronger case. Such actions are not indicative of abandonment but rather demonstrate a commitment to pursuing justice through proper legal channels,” the statement clarified.
Furthermore, it questioned the basis for claims of abandonment, noting that the defendants—represented by the IGP and the Police Administration—had made only a single court appearance to request an adjournment.
According to the statement, the IGP and the Police Administration have yet to file a response in court. Their only legal action occurred during a hearing on December 16, 2024, where their lawyers sought to postpone the case to February 2025.
“If the case had indeed been abandoned, why would the defendants’ legal team request an adjournment?” the statement questioned.
The statement criticized the media for propagating what it described as a one-sided narrative, alleging bias in favour of the IGP and the Police Administration.
“The narrative propagated by these reports appears to be one-sided and skewed to paint a picture that favours the IGP and the Police Administration,” it said, calling on journalists to adhere to ethical standards of balanced and fair reporting.
It urged media outlets to engage all parties involved in legal disputes to avoid sensationalism and misinformation, which could erode public trust in the judicial system.
Nana Ewusi Kwansah called for greater accountability in addressing misinformation, particularly in sensitive matters such as legal disputes.
“The deliberate distortion of facts to influence public opinion or discredit individuals or institutions is a disservice to society and a violation of ethical principles,” he stated.
The officers remain resolute in their pursuit of justice, the statement affirmed, urging the public to view their actions as a legitimate effort to address perceived injustices.
The statement concluded with a call for vigilance against propaganda and misinformation, emphasizing the media’s role in promoting transparency and fairness.
