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Peace declarations do not prevent election violence – Asiedu Nketia
The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has disclose the party’s resolve not to be part of any peace declarations before the 2024 elections.
According to him, some experiences in the past have shown that such declarations were ineffective in preventing violence.
Mr.Asiedu Nketia affectionately called General Mosquito made this revelation on Joy News.
He argued that instead of relying on symbolic gestures, proactive measures should be prioritized to prevent violence, “The declaration doesn’t mean anything to us, it doesn’t because all previous declarations have not been adhered to, no declaration has solved any problem. If you allow violence to brew, you’ll have violence whether you sign a declaration or not.”
The National Chairman added that “That’s why, more than a year ago, I started talking about the need for us to remove the building blocks for a violent election.”
He said “At any stage when something is happening, I call on those who in future, will call us to sign a declaration to speak up so that we stop this particular thing from happening.”
“Otherwise, if you let those things build up and then say, ‘Let’s play a peace football match, sign a declaration, and hope for a peaceful election,’ peaceful election wouldn’t happen,” he concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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President Mahama makes key National Security appointments
As part of efforts to beef up and enhance national security, President John Dramani Mahama has made key appointments today, January 15,2025.
In a statement issued by the Spokesperson to the President, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, “Former Chief of Staff Prosper Douglas Bani has been appointed National Security Advisor
to the President. Mr Bani, a former Minister for the Interior, brings a wealth of experience and expertise.”
Additionally, DCOP Abdul-Osman Razak will serve as the National Security Coordinator, ensuring a cohesive strategy across all security initiatives.
The statement added that COP Nathan Kofi Boakye (Rtd.) has been appointed Director of Operations at the Presidency to oversee operational effectiveness in security matters.
Also, Charles Kipo has been named Director General of the National Intelligence Bureau.
“The appointments reflect President Mahama’s commitment to enhancing national security and ensuring the safety of citizens,” the statement concluded.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
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Recall all Diplomatic and Service Passports- John Mahama to Foreign Affairs Ministry
President John Dramani Mahama directs Foreign Affairs Ministry to recall all Diplomatic and Service passports by 24th January.
Following this there would be re-issuance to those rightfully eligible.
In a letter to the ministry by Secretary to the President, Dr.Callistus Mahama noted that , ” I write to request the recall of Diplomatic and Service Passports issued by the previous
administration.”
According to him, this exercise aligns with the Government’s commitment to ensuring the proper use and
administration of official travel documents by national and international standards.
He added that the
recall aims to prevent misuse, safeguard the country’s reputation and maintain the integrity of our diplomatic engagements.
He further directed that “the Ministry should take the following steps to facilitate the process:
a. Issue a Public Notice: Notify all holders of Diplomatic and Service Passports Issued by the previous administration to return these documents to the Ministry for
verification and re-issuance, where applicable.”
