Keta IPDC Unveils Activities Aimed at Ensuring Peaceful December Elections.

KETA: The Inter-Party Dialogue Committee for the National Commission for Civic Education (IPDC-NCCE) of Keta Municipal has launched a series of activities designed to promote peace during the upcoming general elections in December. During an emergency meeting with leaders of various stakeholder groups, the IPDC executive outlined programs aimed at fostering unity among political actors within the municipality. According to Ghana News Agency, a Peace and Unity Walk is scheduled for November 1, 2024, in collaboration with the Anlo Hogbetsotsto festival committee. The walk will commence from the forecourt of Jubilee Radio, traversing the principal streets of Keta, and culminate in peace sensitization talks at Palace Beach in Keta Central. The committee plans to hold a seminar on November 4, 2024, at Victory Chapel, Keta, for media professionals and journalists within the Keta and Anloga Districts. This seminar will focus on broadcasting and publishing politically related stories without hate speech and malinfor mation. On November 6, 2024, a debate will be organized for all four Parliamentary candidates contesting in the Keta constituency. This "parliamentary candidate debate" aims to provide a platform for candidates to present their manifestos, enabling voters to make informed choices. Additionally, the committee plans to organize games, including football and volleyball, at Abor on November 17, involving political parties, faith-based groups, and other concerned entities to foster unity ahead of the elections. Mama Ketor IV, Deputy Chairperson of Keta IPDC, assured the public of their dedication to building a peaceful community, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts in achieving violence-free elections. Madam Lina Bensah, Director of Keta NCCE, urged political actors and stakeholders to participate actively in these initiatives. The committee also intends to visit Senior High schools to educate first-time voters on proper voting techniques, aiming to reduce rejected ballots. Additionally, they plan to engage churches, health centers, markets, and other gathering places, educating residents on peaceful voting practices and issue-based voting. The meeting was attended by various stakeholders, including Mr. Roger Avorgbedor, Keta Electoral Commission returning officer, Sariki Garba Hashinu, Muslim Representatives, Mr. Nyonator Prince representing Keta NPP, and other key figures. The committee was inaugurated in September 2024 and operates under the National Commission for Civic Education, tasked with promoting peace throughout the election period. Source: Ghana News Agency