The National Peace Council is set to host a signing ceremony for a peace pact today, November 28, involving all political parties and presidential candidates contesting the December 7 elections.
The pact seeks to ensure a peaceful electoral process, with candidates committing to maintain peace before, during, and after the polls.
Rev. Dr. Ernest Adu-Gyamfi, Chairman of the National Peace Council, expressed optimism about widespread participation, stating, “So far, we believe that all the parties will be there. We have commitments from all of them.”
However, there is lingering uncertainty surrounding the participation of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Party Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah has previously hinted that the NDC may abstain from the peace pact, citing unfulfilled conditions outlined by the party in August.
These include demands for the President, the Inspector-General of Police, the Chief Justice, the National Security Coordinator, and the Attorney General to also sign the agreement. As of now, it remains unclear if the NDC will have any representation at the event.
The peace pact has become a crucial part of Ghana’s electoral process, fostering dialogue and reducing tensions among political stakeholders.
While the National Peace Council has reported no adverse feedback from participating parties, the absence of the NDC, Ghana’s largest opposition party, could raise concerns about the effectiveness of the pact in ensuring unity and cooperation during the elections.
