Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has expressed his firm commitment to prioritizing the peace off the nation above political interests.
He made this known to the the leadership of the Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS) who paid a courtesy call on him to promote peace and unity during the 2024 election.
“I’m more than committed to the peace of this nation,” the Speaker stated.
The GNACOPS delegation, comprising teachers and pupils from selected private schools, was led by its National Executive Director, Obenfo Nana Kwasi Gyetuah.
A statement from Parliament’s Media Relations Directorate conveyed that the delegation urged the Speaker to leverage his influence during this pivotal period in Ghana’s democratic journey to foster peace before, during, and after the 2024 elections.
They commended the Speaker for his remarkable accomplishments and for demonstrating to the youth that peaceful coexistence is the true hallmark of a democratic society.
Speaker Bagbin promised GNACOPS that the elections would be free, fair, and peaceful.
He explained that, as part of Ghana’s 30 years of Parliamentary Democracy Celebrations, he held a seminar in Tamale, inviting experts to help everyone understand the importance of peace in the country.
He also talked about the new “Democracy Cup” initiative, using football, the nation’s favorite sport, as a way to promote peace.
“The foundation of life is peace,” Speaker Bagbin said.
He praised GNACOPS for speaking up for peace and for teaching this value to young learners, who will be the future leaders of Ghana.