Election 2024: Peace Council Urges EC to Be Mindful of Its Actions
The National Peace Council has called on the Electoral Commission (EC) to be attentive and considerate in its actions before, during, and after the upcoming general elections.
Speaking at the launch of the National Election Response Group (NERG), Maulvi Mohammed Bin Salih, a Board Member of the Peace Council, emphasized the importance of the EC’s role in maintaining peace and stability in the country.
Maulvi Bin Salih cautioned the EC against using its independence as a shield to ignore the concerns of Ghanaians, stressing that the Commission should heed the wisdom of the nation’s elders and stakeholders. He highlighted the recent conflicts arising from limited voter registration as a cause for concern and urged the EC to be diligent in fulfilling its duties
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“Independent they are, yes. But that does not stop them from listening to the Ghanaian. Listen to the wisdom from our elders. They should not under any circumstance hide under the independence to refuse to consult and listen. If they put their acts together well, they can put Ghana together and they can place Ghana on a pedestal of peace and progress. Well, they can also break Ghana and posterity will not forgive them,” Maulvi Bin Salih stated.
Addressing political parties, he urged them to be mindful of their statements and actions, reminding them that the ultimate goal is to ensure the well-being and happiness of Ghanaians post-election. “It is very important to know that at the end of the exercise, Ghanaians should be there living, happy, and prepared to help. Therefore, every political party must know that whatever they do during this electioneering period is in the interest of Ghanaians.”
The Deputy Minister for the Interior and MP for Gomoa Central, Naana Eyiah, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining peace, pledging close collaboration with security agencies to ensure a peaceful election. “The Ministry is doing its best. And you know the Police is our backbone. They are going to work very well so that there will be a peaceful election. I know they know what to do but we are still asking that they should do more,” she said.
As the December 7, 2024, general elections approach, Ghanaians are also being called upon to protect the peace and security currently enjoyed in the country.
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