Rev. Nash Urges Peaceful and Fair 2024 Elections



As Ghana gears up for the crucial 2024 general elections, Prof. Rev. Emmanuel Nash, CEO of the Ghana Peace Awards, Ghana Leadership Awards, and Stability Foundation International, has called on all stakeholders to prioritize democracy and peace.


Speaking on the need for vigilance and accountability, Rev. Nash emphasized that democracy—a system of governance by the people, for the people—must be upheld. He urged citizens, political leaders, the Electoral Commission (EC), security agencies, and the media to collaborate in ensuring peaceful, free, and fair elections.


Rev. Nash underscored the ultimate responsibility of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to safeguard the electoral process. He warned that any actions undermining the elections would be reported to international bodies like the International Criminal Court (ICC) and the United Nations, with potential sanctions for perpetrators.


Reflecting on the violence during the 2020 elections, which claimed eight lives, Rev. Nash called for robust anti-intimidation task forces led by the Inspector General of Police (IGP). He also advocated for weapon-free polling stations and uninterrupted power supply, cautioning the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) against any deliberate outages that could disrupt the elections.


The Electoral Commission, led by Jean Mensa, was urged to maintain neutrality and ensure the transparent and timely collation of results. Allegations of bribery, material delays, and voter suppression were flagged as issues that must be decisively addressed to restore public trust.


Rev. Nash reminded journalists of their duty to report truthfully and avoid sensationalism. He called for fact-checking to prevent the spread of misinformation, which could escalate tensions.


Additional measures, such as proportional representation, anti-violence laws, and well-trained election workers, were proposed to strengthen Ghana’s electoral systems. Rev. Nash also stressed the importance of immediate recording of pink sheets, limited recounts, and real-time publication of results on an official portal to ensure transparency.


"As a nation, we must strive for elections that reflect the will of the people," he stated. "Ghana’s 2024 elections must stand out for their peace, fairness, and credibility."


Rev. Nash concluded by urging all stakeholders to learn from the mistakes of 2020 and work collectively toward a thriving democracy.

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