With the Akwatia by-election set for September 2, 2025, the Ghana Police Service has intensified security measures deploying drones, CCTV, body cameras, and 600 specially trained officers to ensure a peaceful voting process across Akwatia.
Authorities confirmed that drones, alongside CCTV systems and body-worn cameras, will be actively deployed across key locations in Akwatia to provide real-time surveillance and rapid response capabilities.
These systems are complemented by a ground force of 600 specially selected and trained police officers, all poised to manage any security challenges effectively.  
The decision to deploy drones underscores a shift toward more proactive and visible law enforcement.
These aerial units serve as both deterrent and oversight tools enabling commanders to monitor crowds, detect potential disturbances, and coordinate swift interventions when necessary.
One recent announcement highlighted that, in addition to the aerial surveillance, the Ghana Police Service will deploy CCTV and body cameras to record interactions between officers and the public, thereby promoting transparency and accountability throughout the election period.  
The police deployment is part of a broader national effort to secure the by-election following the untimely death of MP Ernest Yaw Kumi in July 2025, which triggered the vote.
In a related security exercise, drones were used during a simulation to monitor a mock polling station a scenario that involved a staged ballot-box snatching and subsequent rapid response by officers.  
As the by-election approaches, communities across Boadua and Akwatia have already witnessed visible security presence.
Reports describe a robust show of force, with police vehicles, uniformed officers, and aerial surveillance drawing attention and stirring public conversation.  
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) has assured the nation that preparations are comprehensive and meticulous aiming to safeguard the electoral process without undermining citizens’ right to vote. Voters are encouraged to participate calmly and lawfully, he emphasized.  
As Ghanaian voters head to the polls tomorrow, the heightened security measures reflect the nation’s commitment to electoral peace and underscores the evolving role of technology in modern civic administration.
