Former Nigerian Head of State, Chief Olusegun Okikiola Obasanjo has implored President Akufo and former President Mahama, to ensure peaceful conduct ahead of the December 7 elections.
Chief Obasanjo served as a military head of state from 1976 to 1979 and later became President from 1999 to 2007.
Currently, In a letter to the NPP and NDC, Mr. Obasanjo said it is important that Ghana preserved its unity, peace, democratic value in the upcoming elections.
He stated in a letter, ” I write to you, leaders of the two main political parties in Ghana, to urge you to do all you can to ensure a peaceful conduct of the general elections”.
However, another segment of the letter reads,” My concern about the elections in Ghana is not only as an African but also because of our shared colonial history, our anthropological background and the fact that I began my military career from Teshie, Ghana; and without that, I would perhaps not have been what I am today”.
Passionately, he stated, ”Your role is unique in that, the NPP and the NDC are the main players, have made significant contributions to the peace and stability of Ghana, and are vested with the capacity, influence and control to construct and shape national discussions and processes such as the upcoming elections”.
In a nutshell, the letter stated, ”I implore you to approach these elections with a very competitive spirit but also with respect for one another, respect for democratic values, love for country, and a sense of responsibility to preserve the gains Ghana has made since the advent of democracy”.
Source:Vibeweek.com
