{"id":3648,"date":"2024-11-03T09:42:30","date_gmt":"2024-11-03T09:42:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/?p=3648"},"modified":"2024-12-15T09:48:19","modified_gmt":"2024-12-15T09:48:19","slug":"eastern-regional-security-council-regsec-embarks-on-peace-tour-to-foster-unity-ahead-of-december-elections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/index.php\/eastern-regional-security-council-regsec-embarks-on-peace-tour-to-foster-unity-ahead-of-december-elections\/","title":{"rendered":"EASTERN REGIONAL SECURITY COUNCIL (REGSEC) EMBARKS ON PEACE TOUR TO FOSTER UNITY AHEAD OF DECEMBER ELECTIONS."},"content":{"rendered":"<p>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\u2019s commitment to ensure peace and stability ahead of December 7, 2024 general elections.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0041-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3643\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0041-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0041-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0041-768x576.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0041-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0041.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><br \/>\nThe 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. \u201cPeace begins with understanding and compassion. Each of us has the power to make a difference by choosing kindness over conflict, and unity over discord,\u201d he said.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0038-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3640\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0038-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0038-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0038-768x576.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0038-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0038.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><br \/>\nIn his speech, Hon. Acheampong appealed directly to the youth, not be used by political actors to create mayhem.  He reminded them that Kwahu\u2019s longstanding tradition of harmony should be upheld, even in the most challenging moments.<br \/>\nThe Chairman\u2019s message resonated with traditional leaders, who voiced their support for REGSEC\u2019s peace-building efforts and vowed to work with the Council to preserve peace within their communities.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0036-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3637\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0036-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0036-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0036-768x576.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0036-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0036.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><br \/>\nNana 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&#8217;s significant influence in shaping public opinion and its role to promote stability.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0039-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3641\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0039-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0039-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0039-768x576.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0039-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0039-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><br \/>\nThe 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.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0034-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3635\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0034-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0034-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0034-768x576.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0034-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0034.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><br \/>\n 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\u2019s democratic journey.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0035-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"720\" height=\"540\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-3636\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0035-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0035-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0035-768x576.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0035-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, http:\/\/www.easternregion.gov.gh\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/IMG-20241215-WA0035.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><br \/>\nREGSEC\u2019s peace tour would be held in all the eleven paramountcies within the Eastern Region, symbolizing the Council&#8217;s dedication to a secure and peaceful electoral process. Through these community engagements, REGSEC reinforces the message that maintaining Ghana\u2019s legacy of peace is a shared responsibility for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>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\u2019s commitment to ensure peace and stability ahead of December 7, 2024 general elections. 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