A political analyst has emphasised the importance of political parties and other stakeholders promising a peaceful election in the impending presidential and parliamentary elections on December 7.
Mr. Samuel Boateng is concerned by reports of violence in some centres in the ongoing vote transfer exercise.
The peace and stability the country has enjoyed over the years, he advised, must be guarded against all forms of violence before, during, and after our general elections.
He asked the political parties to concentrate on their political message and campaign and avoid engaging in any form of activity that could destabilise the country and throw it into chaos.
The election is not a do-or-die affair. It is an opportunity to elect leaders we believe have the capability to manage this country, he stressed.
Ghanaian voters, he stated, are the ones to decide who they think has what it takes to be the next president, and violence should have no role to play in our electoral processes.
He said this in an interview on Nyankonton Mu Nsem on Rainbow Radio 87.5 FM.
“As someone who appreciates the peace and stability of the country, it is my prayer that we will remain stable and avoid all forms of violence. It looks as if the world is always coming to an end when we are preparing for our general elections. The violent activities that have characterised our limited registration exercise and the ongoing transfer of votes are alarming. It is irresponsible for people to be attacked, stabbed, or assaulted during these activities.
It isn’t the best, so I’m wondering what will happen when election day arrives and the results are announced. I urge the parties and all other stakeholders to pledge peace and stability. The Commission and political parties must recognise that they operate in Ghanaians’ best interests, and as such, they must defend and preserve peace. What we have seen during these activities poses a threat to peace, but I am confident that all parties can work together to keep it.”
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
