The Nanung Peace Initiative (NPI) is delighted to announce the upcoming national program, “The Traditional and Religious Leaders’ Advocacy for Peaceful Elections in Ghana 2024.” This significant event is scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm at the UDS Auditorium in Tamale.
Event Details:
Theme: Promoting Unity and Progress: Vision of Traditional and Religious Leaders for Peaceful Elections in Ghana 2024
Date: Saturday, November 2, 2024
Time: 9:30 am to 2:00 pm
Venue: UDS Auditorium, Tamale
Under the distinguished chairmanship of His Royal Majesty, Yaa Naa Abubakari Mahama II, the Overlord of Dagbon, this event aims to unite traditional and religious leaders with keynote and special guest speakers to promote unity and peaceful elections in Ghana. The program will feature a series of speeches, discussions, and cultural displays to celebrate Ghana’s democratic values and foster collaboration among diverse groups.
Program Highlights:
- Keynote Addresses: Delivered by esteemed leaders in Ghana.
- Special Guest Speakers: Insights on peace and democracy.
- Panel Discussions: Focused on peaceful elections.
- Cultural Performances: Showcasing Ghana’s diversity.
- Networking Opportunities: Engage with key stakeholders.
- Addresses from Members of Parliament: Including significant insights from national legislators.
- Presentations by Traditional and Religious Leaders: Including Islamic and Christian clergies.
- Messages from Diplomatic Representatives: International perspectives on peaceful elections.
- Speeches from Flagbearers: Including the main political parties, NDC and NPP.
Objective and Impact:
The primary objective of this program is to foster a peaceful electoral environment in Ghana. Traditional and religious leaders play a crucial role in influencing their communities, making their advocacy for peaceful elections essential. The event will emphasize unity, collaboration, and peaceful participation in the electoral process.
- Foster National Unity: By uniting leaders from diverse backgrounds to strengthen national cohesion.
- Enhance Democratic Integrity: Emphasizing the role of leaders in upholding democratic values.
- Promote Informed Participation: Offering guidance on ensuring free, fair, and transparent elections.
- Strengthen Collaboration: Involving government officials, political parties, and civil society organizations.
- Raise Awareness: Increasing awareness about the importance of peaceful elections.
Location Significance:
Tamale, the capital city of the Northern Region of Ghana, is a symbolic location for this national program. As a city that embodies the rich cultural diversity and unity of the northern regions, it serves as an ideal setting to promote the message of peace and unity. Its central location makes it accessible for participants from all over the country.
Participation and Support:
The program will feature representatives from the Parliament of Ghana, including the Majority Leader, Minority Leader, Majority Chief Whip, Minority Whip, and the Speaker of Parliament. Additionally, chiefs from across the country, including those from the Northern and Southern Regions, will participate. Islamic and Christian clergies, along with Ghana’s ethnic and tribal youth associations’ presidents, will also play pivotal roles in the event.
International Engagement:
The event’s international dimension is underscored by the involvement of diplomatic representatives from various countries’ embassies in Ghana. Their participation signifies global support for Ghana’s democratic process and highlights the international importance of peaceful elections. This collaboration will share best practices and reinforce the commitment to democratic integrity.
We invite all Ghanaians and international communities to join us in this crucial initiative to promote peace and democratic integrity in our nation.
Contact Information:
Nanung Peace Initiative (NPI)
Phone: 0249869785 / 0591449042 / 0203122053
Email: info@nanungpeaceinitiative.org / nanungpeaceinitiative@gmail.com
Website: www.nanungpeaceinitiative.org
