Chief Imam: “Ensure a peaceful process” for the 2024 elections
Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, Ghana’s National Chief Imam, has urged politicians and important players in the next general elections to prioritise promoting peace.
Political leaders were advised by the Chief Imam to watch what they say and refrain from making provocative remarks that can spark conflict or disturbance.
Sheikh Sharubutu emphasised the crucial role that politicians and other players play in maintaining peace throughout the electoral process during a meeting with Muslim youth in Accra.
He emphasised that the Electoral Commission (EC) is not the only entity in charge of ensuring peaceful elections; cooperation between political parties, candidates, and their supporters is also necessary.
The Chief Imam admonished political leaders to act with civility and respect because their statements have a big impact on the public, through his spokesperson, Sheikh Armiyawo Shaibu.
He also urged the Electoral Commission to give accountability and openness top priority.
“It is our duty as citizens to maintain peace. Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu urges on all parties involved in our electoral processes, emphasising that the EC must take all necessary steps to assure accountability and transparency in order to have a legitimate election that would yield a credible outcome.
“The European Commission has to ensure that all necessary actions are carried out. He urges the political parties to use caution in their communication with their supporters, urging them to refrain from using harsh language, diatribes, and other extreme rhetoric.
