The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference, in a call that underscores the urgency of the situation, has urged all stakeholders to promptly address the concerns raised by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) before finalizing any peace agreement for the 2024 elections.
The NDC’s reluctance to commit to a peace pact without certain conditions being met has prompted the Bishops’ Conference to reaffirm its unwavering commitment to justice as a precursor to lasting peace, ensuring a fair and equitable process for all.
In an interview with Citi News, Most Rev. Mathew Kwasi Gyamfi, President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference, underscored that peace should not come at the cost of ignoring legitimate concerns.
“For there to be peace, there should always be justice. Some of the issues raised by the NDC need to be addressed.
For instance, in the Ayawaso incident, what has been done regarding the findings? What progress has been made in the investigations into the murders?” Gyamfi questioned.
He further underscored the Bishops’ Conference’s call for transparency from the Electoral Commission and other relevant bodies, emphasizing the need for openness and accountability in the electoral process.
“It does not harm us to be informed about the progress. We need updates on ongoing investigations and measures taken.
When these concerns are addressed, the NDC would have no reason not to sign the peace agreement.”
Gyamfi also emphasized that the nation’s peace should not be contingent on any political party’s decision regarding the peace pact.
He called on all political parties to prioritize national peace over political interests, insisting that the country should not be held hostage to partisan concerns.
