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Conveners for the Fix The Country Movement have apologized to the public for what its intended armed demonstration on June 4, 2022, has caused.

The movement courted criticisms after it notified the Ghana Police Service of its plan to embark on an armed protest.

The Ghana Police Service on Wednesday responded to the group insisting that it can't embark on that three-day 'armed' demonstration.

The group made up of broadcasters Captain Smart and Okatakyie Afrifa, convener of the #FixTheCountry, Oliver Barker-Vormawor and Benjamin Darko intended to demonstrate on June 4 and picket at the Ghana Police Headquarters and the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC).

However, according to the police, the demonstration has the potential to disrupt public order and public safety; hence they should reconsider and organize a lawful and peaceful protest".

Fixing the Country Movement has meanwhile, described them as "nation wreckers" and asked them to tread cautiously.

Committed Movement

In a statement, issued on Thursday, June 2, 2022, Fix The Country Movement said its approach was flawed.

“We unreservedly apologize to the public, especially our supporters. We wish to reiterate that #Fixthecountry is a movement committed to peaceful democratic accountability,” the conveners wrote.

“In this moment of clarity, we wish to recommit to actively ensuring that our activities and all attendees will be kept safe. We also recommit to continue fighting for victims of Police brutality who we intend to keep at the centre of our work,” they added.