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President Akufo-Addo has urged the security forces to firmly oppose any violent acts that jeopardize the nation’s peace and stability after the general elections in 2024.
The President stated that the goal of gaining political power must always be based on serving the people, not on coercion or violence.
In his farewell Christmas address, President Akufo-Addo emphasized that national peace is sacred and should never be sacrificed for political gain. He made this point on December 24.
“The Rule of Law will always prevail, regardless of any challenges,” he stated.
“Let us never forget, the seeking power is not a call to arms, but rather a call to service those who might contemplate using violence to achieve their aims. Know this. Our nation’s peace is sacred, and it will not be sacrificed on the altar of ambition. The Rule of Law will prevail no matter what.
“I urge the security services to take a firm stance against any actions that threaten the stability and harmony of our land,” he said.
His remarks come as tensions and disagreements over election outcomes have escalated in several parts of the nation. Unrest following the election has been reported, including instances of vandalism against Electoral Commission offices and public property.
The unnecessary acts of violence that have tainted an otherwise admirable democratic process were denounced by President Akufo-Addo.
He emphasized that peace is the capacity to resolve conflict amicably rather than just the absence of conflict.
“Let us ensure that every election deepens our democracy and fortifies our unit as the saying goes, peace is not the absence of conflict, but the ability to handle conflict by peaceful means. Let us embrace this wisdom as a guiding principle in our journey forward,” Akufo-Addo concluded.
Source: Ghanatodayonline.com
