Bawumia promises 50,000 CCTV cameras to boost security in Ghana
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, has pledged to install 50,000 CCTV cameras across major towns in Ghana to enhance security and combat crime.
He made this promise while campaigning in the Dome-Kwabenya constituency.
According to Dr. Bawumia, a study by security agencies indicates that 50,000 CCTV cameras are needed to cover all roads in regional and district capitals.
He noted that although the government has started installing CCTV cameras, not all streets have been covered.
Dr. Bawumia also emphasized the importance of promoting a “Buy Ghana First” policy to create jobs for Ghanaians.
He believes that if Ghanaians consume more locally produced goods, businesses will expand and create more employment opportunities.
During his campaign tour, Dr. Bawumia met with clergy, imams, and chiefs in the Ashongman Estate area.
Former Speaker of Parliament Mike Ocquaye praised Dr Bawumia, highlighting his intellectual capabilities and contributions to the party.
“When there were controversies about election matters and we had gathered a lot of information, Frank Davis and others toiled but how to put the things together in an acceptable formula for court, that work was done by Dr. Bawumia, today he has another name called Mr. pink sheet.”
“All matters as to how we use the pink sheet to look after the controversies of the election, that was the man who stood in court. You could see the star in him but I say it’s a gift. If you don’t take advantage of such a gift, it’s your own cause.”
Dr. Bawumia also outlined the achievements of the NPP government and emphasized the need for enhanced security measures, including installing CCTV cameras.
“I called national security, and I said what will it take for Ghana to have CCTV on all the streets in all of our regional capitals and all of our district capitals so that we can see any crime that is taking place, we can at least have a clue.”
“So, they came back to me, and they said they need 50000 CCTV cameras, and they are going to get 50000 CCTV cameras, we are going to provide so that the police can have visibility for every movement because we don’t have many police officers.”
