Okyenhene Osagyefuo Amoatia Ofori Panin has expressed confidence that Ghana will maintain its stability during the upcoming December 7 Presidential and Parliamentary elections.
Speaking at a durbar organized by the Nifa Division of Akyem Abuakwa in honor of his 25th enstoolment anniversary, the Okyenhene reassured Ghanaians that the country’s longstanding tradition of peaceful elections will continue.
“We are going to vote in December. This is not the first time we are voting; we’ve voted since 1992 till date, and Ghana has not been destabilized. I am sure the same thing will happen this year,” he stated.
The Okyenhene encouraged citizens to vote for candidates they believe can improve their standard of living and to remain patient throughout the election.
He urged tolerance among supporters of different political parties, emphasizing that elections are not the ultimate determinant of Ghana’s future.
“After casting your vote, go home and wait for the announcement of the results. All of us cannot support one side, so be tolerant of one another and remember that it is a matter of choice. If your party wins, jubilate; if you lose, find sleep. The election is not the be-all and end-all. Ghana will remain peaceful after the election,” he added.
The Okyenhene’s remarks come amid concerns raised by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), which has refused to sign any peace declaration ahead of the election, citing unresolved incidents of violence in the 2020 elections that resulted in multiple deaths.
The Overlord of Akyem Abuakwa, Osagyefuo Amoatia Ofori Panin, urged his subjects not to be alarmed by the increasing hate attacks against the Akyem tribe.
He also cautioned against illegal mining activities that are wreaking havoc on the environment.
To restore the degraded environment ,Osagyefuo Amoatia Ofori Panin issued a decree to all schools within Akyem Abuakwa, mandating that every child above the age of five must plant and nurture a tree.
The Nifahene of Akyem Abuakwa Daasebre Twum Ampofo II commended Okyenhene for the sterling leadership that has facilitated development in the traditional area.
The vibrant traditional ceremony was marked by a blend of traditional drumming, dancing, and performances by King Paluta and DSP Kofi Sarpong, who entertained the audience with contemporary music
Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/Kojo Ansah
