The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has asked for improved security and some risk allowance for its members.
The latest demand follows the recent attacks on the Tamale District Court.
On August 28, several residents invaded the Tamale district court.
The attackers rushed the Tamale district court during the trial of a guy accused of selling drugs to youth.
Residents were enraged and threw stones at the court, wounding a police officer.
There was also an exchange of gunfire between the Police and the Youth during the encounter.
According to JUSAG, the incident was an unfortunate one and barbaric.
President of JUSAG, Mr Samuel Afotey Otu made the call at the 2023 Judicial Service Staff Durbar and Open Forum in Cape Coast.
“As members of the judicial service, it is our solemn duty to nurture and protect the justice system. We have the immense responsibility of shaping the future of our nation by upholding the principles of justice and the rule of law.
“As we do this and more, let us enhance security in our Courts to protect and safeguard staff, judges and magistrates and our clients.
“The recent incident of attack at the Tamale District Court is a wake-up call on the service to relook at our security protocols. It also sends a signal that all employees of the service are at risk.
“And with this inherent risk, provision of risk allowance should not be seen as too much for staff,” Mr Afotey Otu added.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
