The National Democratic Congress (NDC) running mate, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called on traditional leaders to use their influence to speak out against conducts and acts that threaten the peace of the country.
Addressing a gathering of chiefs and community members during her three-day campaign tour of the Western Region, Professor Opoku-Agyemang noted the crucial role traditional leaders play in maintaining peace and stability in their communities.
She encouraged them to be vocal against habits such as violence, intolerance, and divisive rhetoric, which can undermine peace.
Professor Opoku-Agyemang stressed the importance of peace to development and growth and the inherent duty of traditional leaders to help create an environment conducive to progress.
Her comment comes as the country prepares for elections in December a period often marked by heightened tensions and political rivalry.
“It is essential for the Electoral Commission to establish the right structures to ensure free, fair, transparent, and credible elections,” she added.
She pointed out the importance of a level playing field to ensuring that the outcome of the upcoming elections is acceptable to all participants.
“When you are confident that the right systems are in place, you are compelled to accept the outcome, regardless of who wins. However, when there is an obvious imbalance, the results become contentious.”
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang reiterated the NDC’s commitment to ensuring peaceful elections and urged traditional and opinion leaders to denounce any practices that threaten the electoral process.
The running mate also expressed concern with the governing New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) suggestion that they will win the upcoming elections by deploying various strategies.
She urged Ghanaians to seize the opportunity on December 7 to vote for change, saying that the elections present a chance to rescue the nation from the hardships citizens face under the current administration.
“Vote for the NDC’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, who will reset the country and create jobs through initiatives like the 24-Hour Economy, the establishment of a Women’s Development Bank, and the rollout of a National Apprenticeship program,” she said.
Story by: Emmanuel Coffie
