On October 30th, 2024, the Eastern Regional Security Council (REGSEC), led by its Chairman, Hon. Seth Kwame Acheampong, the Eastern Regional Minister, commenced a peace tour across the Kwahu enclave. This initiative, aimed at promoting peace and preventing electoral tensions, underscores REGSEC’s commitment to ensure peace and stability ahead of December 7, 2024 general elections.
The peace tour commenced with a courtesy call on the Chiefs and elders of the Kwahu Traditional Area at the Abetifi Palace. Addressing the gathering, Hon. Acheampong besought the Chiefs and people for a collective responsibility to maintain a peaceful environment during the electoral process. “Peace begins with understanding and compassion. Each of us has the power to make a difference by choosing kindness over conflict, and unity over discord,” he said.
In his speech, Hon. Acheampong appealed directly to the youth, not be used by political actors to create mayhem. He reminded them that Kwahu’s longstanding tradition of harmony should be upheld, even in the most challenging moments.
The Chairman’s message resonated with traditional leaders, who voiced their support for REGSEC’s peace-building efforts and vowed to work with the Council to preserve peace within their communities.
Nana Akyemfour Asiedu Agyemang III, Chief of Abetifi and Acting Kwahuhene, called on the media to avoid sensational reporting that could incite tension, urging them instead to focus on messages of unity and peace, especially as day for the polls draws closer. His appeal underlined the media’s significant influence in shaping public opinion and its role to promote stability.
The peace tour continued with an engaging session at the Kwahu South Municipal Assembly, where, Hon. Acheampong and REGSEC members met with religious leaders. Discussions was on the need for cooperation among faith groups and the role of religious leaders in advocating for peace and encouraging non-violence among their followers.
Many leaders present expressed their commitment to ensure a harmonious election period, acknowledging that safeguarding peace is a shared duty to the success of Ghana’s democratic journey.
REGSEC’s peace tour would be held in all the eleven paramountcies within the Eastern Region, symbolizing the Council’s dedication to a secure and peaceful electoral process. Through these community engagements, REGSEC reinforces the message that maintaining Ghana’s legacy of peace is a shared responsibility for all.
EASTERN REGIONAL SECURITY COUNCIL (REGSEC) EMBARKS ON PEACE TOUR TO FOSTER UNITY AHEAD OF DECEMBER ELECTIONS.
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