- Peace Council warns of hate speech threat to Ghana's security.
- Hate speech on the rise ahead of December 7 elections.
- Hate speech promotes violent rhetoric among youth.
- Council urges respectful dialogue to prevent violence.
The National Peace Council has issued a stern warning about the dangers of hate speech in Ghana’s political discourse.
During a meeting with leaders of alternative political parties, the Council called for an end to the use of inflammatory language.
Maulvi Mohammed Bin Salih, Chairman of the Code of Conduct Implementation Committee, expressed concerns over the growing prevalence of hate speech.
He noted that such language poses a serious threat to Ghana’s peace and security, particularly ahead of the December 7 general elections.
Salih cautioned that the use of hate speech encourages young people to adopt similar violent rhetoric.
He described the current political atmosphere in Ghana as “unhealthy” and warned that it could have negative consequences for the country’s well-being.
Salih criticized the use of “war drums” and “shouting matches” on radio and television, saying it creates a toxic environment.
He emphasized that the constant exposure to hate speech can affect individuals’ mental and emotional health.
The National Peace Council is urging politicians to engage in respectful and constructive dialogue instead of resorting to hate speech.
The Council hopes to mitigate the risk of violence and ensure a stable and secure environment for all Ghanaians.
