Renowned businessman and Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Dr. Sam Jonah, has encouraged all Ghanaians to reunite after the election season to rebuild the economy which is in a difficult place at the moment.
He advised his compatriots not to allow rancor to fester among themselves as it could make them lose focus of the collective developmental agenda.
His comments come after voters went to the polls to cast their ballot in an election year during which the kitchen table issues remained a topical issue. The country’s debt stock stands disturbingly high and cost of living unbearable for a significant portion of the population.
In a brief message to the country following the concession by New Patriotic Party’s Presidential Candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia on Sunday morning, Dr. Jonah said the time had come for Ghanaians to work across the political divide with immense love of country.
“This is now a time for unity and reflection. Elections, by nature, can be divisive. But as the dust settles, let us not allow our differences to overshadow our shared destiny. Our focus must now shift to rebuilding our economy, which is grappling with significant challenges and strengthening the institutions that underpin our national stability.
“Ghana stands at a critical juncture. It is my fervent hope that leaders on all sides of the political spectrum will prioritize the welfare of our people and the progress of our nation. I urge Ghanaians, regardless of political affiliation, to work together in the spirit of patriotism and solidarity,” he told the country.
Sir Jonah expressed displeasure with reports about the loss of life that had tainted the democratic process. He called on the authorities to look thoroughly into the incidents in order that the perpetrators would be brought to book.
“These losses are deeply troubling and unacceptable. No Ghanaian their civic rights. The sanctity of life is paramount, and I call on all Ghanaians to join me in
condemning this regrettable should have to pay the ultimate price for exercising occurrence.
“I also urge the relevant authorities to investigate these incidents thoroughly, hold those responsible accountable, and put measures in place to ensure this never happens again,” he advised.
A series of skirmishes were reported during and after Election Day across the country. Major amongst them was a fatal shooting incident in Nyankpala in the Northern Region which claimed the life of one person and caused injury to another.
The National Election Taskforce led by the Ghana Police Service continues to probe pockets of violence nationwide including more than half a dozen at collation centres.
