Election 2024: Will of Ghanaians must not be thwarted by violence – US Govt

The United States has commended Ghana’s presidential candidates for their commitment to peaceful elections, as evidenced by the signing of the Fourth Presidential Election Peace Pact ahead of the December 7 polls.

After a ceremony held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, US Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Rolf A. Olson hailed the initiative as an essential step to ensure a stable electoral process.

“The United States congratulates the presidential candidates for signing the 4th Presidential Peace Pact and commends the National Peace Council and the Institute for Democratic Governance for their tireless stewardship of this important initiative,” said Mr. Olson.

He stated that the will of the Ghanaian people must remain paramount, calling for elections without intimidation or violence.

“The will of the people of Ghana must not be thwarted by the threat of violence before, during or after the upcoming elections,” he added, stressing the importance of safeguarding the democratic process.

The peace pact, which obliges all presidential candidates to uphold national unity and run their campaigns responsibly, is a key effort to maintain calm during the election period.

The ceremony brought together prominent national personalities including Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, Inspector General of Police Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, Electoral Commission Chairman Jean Mensa and National Chief Imam, Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu.

Chargé d’affaires Olson also expressed the United States’ support for Ghana’s democracy, wishing the country a transparent and credible electoral process.

“The United States wishes Ghana a peaceful, transparent and credible electoral process on December 7,” he concluded.

The ceremony reinforced Ghana’s commitment to its reputation as a beacon of democracy in West Africa, with all presidential candidates pledging to maintain peace before, during and after the elections.

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