Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has emphasized the importance of conducting a peaceful election on December 7 to preserve the developmental achievements attained over the years.
He asserted that true progress in the nation can only be realized in an environment characterized by peace and unity, highlighting the critical need for citizens to dedicate themselves to maintaining peace.
In this context, Dr. Prempeh, commonly referred to as ‘NAPO’, urged the populace to vigilantly safeguard the tranquility currently enjoyed in the country.
He specifically called upon esteemed chiefs and religious leaders to spearhead efforts to ensure a peaceful electoral process.
He noted that the 1992 Constitution, which has facilitated the successful election of presidents through democratic means, has significantly elevated Ghana’s standing on the international stage.
Ghana’s name is being hailed all over the globe because we have proven to be a giant in democratic rule in Africa and the world at large, and this is positive for us all.
Another general election is looming, and as we have been able to do in the previous elections, we should all contribute to make the election very peaceful.
NAPO emphasizes that traditional and religious leaders hold significant respect within the nation, and thus, they ought to leverage their esteemed positions to promote a peaceful electoral process.
The vice presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) made this statement while engaging with chiefs and religious figures in Kwapong, located in the Asunafo South District of the Ahafo Region.
Additionally, NAPO urged all political parties to refrain from engaging in violent conduct, particularly as the election campaigns intensify.
We should preach about our policies and plans to develop the country and nothing else. We should desist from the politics of insults and insinuations as it can trigger violence.
We should also be mindful of the fact that we have one Ghana, and after the elections, we shall unite as one people to develop our dear country.
He voiced apprehension regarding the occurrences of violent acts in the Ahafo enclave, which he indicated, “represent a danger to national tranquility,” and called upon the security agencies to respond with determination.
He emphasized that the security forces must take stringent measures against any individual or group found to be attempting to undermine the stability of the nation.
