- National Peace Council trains 30 volunteers to prevent election violence.
- Training focuses on early warnings and response mechanisms.
- NPC emphasizes need for peaceful elections.
- Stakeholders urged to promote peace and prevent extremism.
The National Peace Council (NPC) has trained 30 volunteers as monitors on early warnings and response mechanisms to prevent violent extremism and election-related violence ahead of this year’s polls. The training, supported by the Catholic Relief Services and the Kingdom of Netherlands, aimed to equip beneficiaries from the Savannah, North East, Upper East, Upper West, and Northern Regions with essential skills.
The two-day training, held in Tamale, covered topics such as violent extremism, ethical considerations, early warning signs, and Ghana’s National Early Warning System. Deputy Director of the National Peace Council, Mr. Frank Wilson Bodza, expressed optimism that the training would sustain the country’s peace and stability.
He emphasized the importance of peaceful elections, recalling that previous elections had resulted in loss of lives due to disagreements. Mr. Bodza assured that the National Peace Council is determined to ensure peaceful elections this year, urging Ghanaians to be alert to potential threats and conflicts.
He advised political actors to be measured in their utterances during campaigns, emphasizing the need for peaceful coexistence. Miss Adelaide Yiriyelleh, Representative of the Catholic Relief Services, pledged continued support for peace training during and after elections to ensure a peaceful atmosphere.
Alhaji Abdul Razak Saani, Council Member of the Northern Regional Peace Council, urged media practitioners to avoid bias and be fair and credible in their work. He also advised the youth to use their social media handles responsibly, prioritizing the country’s interest and development above all else.
