General News of Monday, 22 August 2016Source: Starrfmonline.comAzorka boys clash with opposition demonstratorsProtesters at the demonstration in TamaleThe timely intervention of the Police has prevented what could have been a deadly clash between demonstrators and a vigilante group with allegiance to the NDC, Azorka Boys, in Tamale in the Northern region. According to an eyewitness, the Azorka boys appeared from “nowhere” and entered the crowd of demonstrators around the 'Vodafone traffic light' in Tamale. Opposition political parties led by the New Patriotic Party are demonstrating in Tamale over the economic situation in the country. It comes as President John Mahama is expected to begin campaign activities in the Northern region today. The parties are protesting soaring electricity bills and the prices of other items they claim are skyrocketing in the country.

Source: GhanaWeb August 22, 2016 10:18 UTC