The Pokuase chapter of a sex workers’ association has publicly declared that its members will no longer provide services to Ghanaian police officers, citing ongoing abuse and violent raids as the reason.

In their statement, the group voiced frustration, stating that despite regularly serving police clients, they have received no preferential treatment or protection. Instead, they claim officers continue to target them with aggressive and unjust actions.

“We are refusing to serve police officers as a protest,” the statement said. “They must realize their actions have repercussions. This is our way of resisting the brutality of recent raids.”

The association also urged other sex worker groups and individuals nationwide to unite in solidarity, hoping to amplify their demand for fairer treatment of marginalized communities.

The announcement follows growing friction between informal workers and law enforcement, with activists urging police to adopt more humane approaches.

So far, the Ghana Police Service has not officially responded to the group’s allegations or demands.