In preparation for the upcoming 2024 election, the National Peace Council has initiated efforts to ensure a peaceful electoral process.

Among these efforts is the establishment of political trust-building platforms to encourage collaboration among political parties and other stakeholders.

During TUDEC’S 12th National Dialogue and Peace Iftar Dinner, George Amoh, the Executive Secretary of the National Peace Council, disclosed ongoing discussions with political parties. The aim is to have presidential candidates commit to a peace pact, thereby promoting a violence-free election.

"We've set up what we call a political trust-building platform, and for some time now this year, we have met our political leaders on a number of occasions. Indeed, we are hoping we've written to the former president, the candidate for the NDC, and the candidate for the NPP that we want to meet them, and we hope to meet all the other stakeholders who have a role to play in making our election very peaceful.

"We are going to do what we call a peace pact where we'll bring the presidential candidates together to sign on to a peace pact. We hope that when we approach them, they would once again come together and help assure this country that we would continue the path of peace we have all chosen."

Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, the spokesperson of the National Chief Imam, also addressed the audience at the event. He called on the youth to resist manipulation by politicians who may seek to incite violence.

“Be careful you are not deployed and reduced into a tool for violence against a political opponent. Never accept because you are human beings. Human beings at a peak but created it for a purpose and for somebody's interest, you should not be reduced to a tool that can be used to visit violence or wrath against a political opponent.”

The President of TUDEC, Cafer Tepeli, called on Ghanaians to uphold the peace that is being enjoyed in the country.

"As we have gathered here, let us reflect on the blessings of living in a country where diverse cultures, religions, and beliefs coexist harmoniously. It is incumbent upon each of us to uphold and strengthen this peace through our actions, words, and deeds. Let us strive to emulate the values of tolerance, mutual respect, and cooperation advocated by the National Peace Council of Ghana, as we work together to build a more just and compassionate society."