NPP leadership assures commitment to peace ahead of 2024 elections

The Leadership of the Governing New Patriotic Party has pledged its commitment to peaceful elections on December 7, assuring the National Peace Council of their support.

In a meeting with the Eminent Persons , the Christian Council of Ghana in Accra, the Vice Presidential candidate of the ruling New Patriotic Party, Dr. Matthew Opoku-Prempeh, reaffirmed the party’s commitment to maintaining peace and upholding democratic values ahead of the 2024 general elections.

The meeting forms part of a series of engagements the Christian Council is holding with political parties ahead of the 2024 general elections to discuss issues of national concern, with the fight against illegal mining high on the agenda.

Vice Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh emphasized that the NPP has a longstanding history of respecting the rule of law and fostering democratic accountability.

He highlighted the party’s conduct during the 2008 elections as a notable example of their dedication to peace.

NAPO’s remarks came after a meeting with the Eminent Persons Group of the Christian Council of Ghana, in Accra, where he reassured the group of the NPP’s unwavering commitment to ensuring peace during the December elections.

He said the party would remain committed to democratic processes before, during, and after the polls.

He also stressed the importance of the electorate’s role in choosing who governs them, reaffirming the NPP’s belief in the will of the people.

According to NAPO, the NPP’s presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, along with himself, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akuto-Addo, their spouses, and the entire campaign team have been tirelessly engaging with voters across the country. This, he said, underscores the party’s commitment to democratic principles and the rule of law.

National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Stephen Ayensu Ntim said “Ghana’s return to democracy in 1992 has seen the NPP advocate for peace.

Where we had electoral concerns, we pushed for reforms without violence that could endanger security.”

He gave assurances that the NPP “is committed to peaceful elections and will accept any outcome, whether in victory or defeat.”

He said the refusal of the NDC to sign the peace pact heightens tension.

The delegation from the Christian Council, led by Rev. Enoch Thompson, commended the NPP for its strong stance on the galamsey issue and its plans to foster responsible mining

Rev. Thompson reiterated the Council’s support for the government’s efforts in eradicating illegal mining and ensuring the well-being of future generations.

He said the council will continue to engage stakeholders and ensure there’s peaceful elections.

He also assured that they will continue to engage the NDC to sign the peace pact to ensure peace.

Sources: myashhonline com