Former President and leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has reiterated the party’s commitment to ensuring peace throughout the electoral process in Ghana’s 2024 general elections.
He stressed that for peace to prevail and for Ghana to emerge victorious in the December polls, it is crucial that the police maintain exclusive responsibility for security at polling stations, with no other security agencies or weapons present.
Speaking at the 2024 Peace Campaign ahead of the December 7 elections, Mr. Mahama emphasized that the NDC’s dedication to peace would be demonstrated through a proposal to extend the peace pact to include all relevant stakeholders, ensuring a collective effort to safeguard the country’s tranquility during the election period.
The NDC flagbearer also called on the Electoral Commission (EC) to remain impartial and urged the judiciary to uphold fairness and neutrality in any election-related disputes. He underlined the importance of justice in maintaining peace, urging all Ghanaians to unite in fostering a peaceful environment that supports progress and prosperity for all citizens.
“As part of our commitment to peace, we will formally propose to the National Peace Council to broaden the signatories to the peace pact, involving other critical stakeholders in the election process,” Mahama stated.
“This expansion will help ensure that key institutions are legally bound to fulfill their roles in maintaining a peaceful election. We hope this will make the pact more than just a symbolic gesture, but a genuine commitment to peace,” he added.
Mahama concluded by reiterating the importance of an impartial Electoral Commission and a fair, neutral judiciary in any electoral disputes, emphasizing that justice is fundamental to preserving peace.
