Accra: Mr Sylvester Nkrumah, the Moderator of the Nkwanta Peace Mediation Committee, has called on the youth of Nkwanta to embrace mediation, dialogue, and peaceful coexistence as the only path to securing a brighter future for the Municipality.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Nkrumah, who was also the former director of the Ghana Institute of Linguistics, Literacy and Bible Translation (GILLBT), acknowledged the youth as the future leaders of the municipality and urged them not to allow themselves to be manipulated into acts of violence and destruction.
He highlighted the risks young people face when they are used by individuals pursuing selfish interests, emphasizing the potential to destroy the future they are expected to inherit and lead. Mr Nkrumah encouraged the youth to choose dialogue and mediation over violence, advocating for peace as a means to protect their future.
Mr Nkrumah observed that the prolonged unrest in the municipality had resulted in significant losses, disrupted livelihoods, slowed development, and created hardship for many residents. He noted the adverse impact on families, businesses, education, and the general wellbeing of the people, underscoring the importance of working towards lasting peace.
He urged leaders of various factions to instill positive values in the youth, discouraging actions that lead to destruction and division. "We are enjoying the legacy left behind by those who came before us, and in the same way, we have a responsibility to leave behind a peaceful and prosperous area for future generations," he added.
Mr Nkrumah called on all residents, particularly the youth, to reject violence, support ongoing peace mediation efforts, and work collectively to restore lasting peace and development in the area. He expressed optimism that with sincere dialogue, forgiveness, and collective commitment, the municipality could overcome its challenges and regain its position as a peaceful area where development and unity thrive.