Political parties especially the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ketu South constituency of the Volta region have forged a united front and pledged to maintain peace and unity in the run up to the December 2024 general elections.
At a peace and reconciliation meeting held on Sunday, September 29 at Aflao, parliamentary candidates of the two main political parties pledged to embark on peaceful campaigns devoid of rancour and personal attacks to ensure that peace prevails before, during and after the polls.
Torgbi Kpambi Vedzesu V, Senior Divisional Chief of Teshie-Aflao and head of Ga settlements in Aflao enjoined the parties to advise their supporters to embrace peace and unity which he observed were cornerstones for development and progress.
He said with barely three months to the crucial elections, all political players must accept dissenting views and tolerate one another in the interest of the peace and security of the constituency and Ghana as a whole, calling on local radio stations in the area to caution panelists on political programs to avoid the use of foul and intemperate language on their airwaves to maintain the peace.
Torgbi Kpambi Vedzesu on behalf of the Paramount Chief and President of the Aflao Traditional Council, Torgbiga Amenya Fiti V, assured the parties of the traditional council’s readiness to partner them in a bid to ensure a free, fair and peaceful elections “so that our beloved country Ghana remains the beacon of hope for other countries to emulate.
The meeting held at the Church of Pentecost Auditorium in Aflao, brought together executives of the political parties as well as some chiefs, queen mothers, religious and opinion leaders in the constituency.
By Leo Nelson || Ghananewsonline.com.gh