The newly formed civil rights group, Alliance For Restoration Of Civil Rights (ARCR), is preparing for its inaugural protest against police injustice, brutality, and the neglect of victims.
The protest hash-tagged “OCCUPY AND CLEANSE THE CRIME SCENE” is scheduled for September 11, 2024, and will take place in Accra.
The full event details are as follows:
ALLIANCE FOR RESTORATION OF CIVIL RIGHTS
OCCUPY AND CLEANSE THE CRIME SCENE
JOIN OUR PROTEST
Date: Wednesday, 11th September, 2024
Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Starting Points: Nima Roundabout
Ending Point: National Police Headquarters
Attire: Red / Black
Reform The Ghana Police Service, Restore Our Trust!
The ARCR, led by its passionate leader and convenor, William Kofi Yirenkyi, has recently been officially registered and approved by the Registrar General.
The group is dedicated to standing up for justice, equality, and the fundamental rights of every citizen.
“Our anticipated protest is not born of convenience, but of necessity,” said Yirenkyi, emphasizing the importance of the movement.
“We stand united, not just as individuals, but as a collective voice for justice, dignity, and unwavering principles of civil and human rights.”
The upcoming protest marks a pivotal moment for the ARCR as they take a stand against the systemic issues that continue to plague society.
According to Yirenkyi, the protest is not merely about addressing individual cases of police brutality but confronting a deep-rooted human rights crisis that has permeated the fabric of society.
“Police brutality is not just an issue of law enforcement; it is a profound human rights crisis,” Yirenkyi stated.
“The stories of men, women, and even children subjected to excessive force and the violation of their basic rights are all too familiar. These are not isolated incidents but part of a systemic problem rooted in our history.”
The ARCR’s demands are clear: an end to the culture of violence within law enforcement, transparency and accountability from police agencies, and swift justice for victims of police violence.
The group also calls for a reimagining of public safety, emphasizing that true safety stems from equity, justice, and the protection of human dignity.
Yirenkyi in a Facebook LIVE interaction sent a clear signal to the victims of police brutality, assuring them that they are not forgotten.
“Your pain, suffering, and stories matter,” he said. “We will carry your fight for justice into every court, every legislative chamber, and every street until change is realized.”
The ARCR also calls on law enforcement officers to uphold the sacred trust of their duty.
Yirenkyi emphasized that the group does not seek to vilify the police but to hold them to the highest standards of their oath to protect and serve.
As the protest date approaches, Yirenkyi issued a call to action to leaders in government, law enforcement, and the judiciary.
“The world is watching. History will judge you not by your words, but by your actions. Will you stand on the side of justice, or will you allow the cycle of violence and injustice to continue unchecked?”
The ARCR’s message is clear: this is a pivotal moment in the fight for justice. The group urges all citizens to join hands, raise their voices, and march forward together in pursuit of justice.
“In the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., ‘Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.’ And until justice is won, we will not rest. We will not be silent. We will not back down,” Yirenkyi concluded.
