Ashanti Peace Council urges stakeholders to uphold law and protect national peace – Nsemkeka
The Ashanti Regional Peace Council (ARPC) is calling on all Ghanaians, especially key stakeholders, to remain law-abiding and committed to sustaining peace across the region and the country as a whole.
In a press statement released on Friday, May 30 ahead of the mid-year mark of the new government, the Council commended those who have worked to maintain harmony so far but also warned of emerging threats that could disturb the country’s stability.
“Tomorrow marks the sixth (6) month of the year 2025 after the new government was ushered into governance,” the statement noted.
“The Council, following historical trends and some early warning signals received, would like to draw attention to all stakeholders and authorities in governance to ensure we act and strive towards protecting and preserving Ghana’s peace and democratic credentials.”
The Council expressed concern over rising regional threats such as terrorism, violent extremism, and small arms proliferation issues that, they say, are beginning to affect even senior high schools.
They also mentioned increasing drug use among the youth and growing socio-economic inequality as dangers to national harmony.
ARPC stressed that preserving peace depends on respect for the rule of law and individual rights.
“It is against this background that the ARPC is urging all stakeholders involved in the recent reduction of transportation fares to abide by the laws and their enforcement to ensure sustainable peace following this recent exercise,” the statement said.
The Council called on citizens to trust public institutions and one another, adding that peaceful coexistence depends on collective responsibility.
“We are encouraged to be law-abiding, patient, empathetic, and to trust the various governing institutions to ensure our sustainable peace,” it said.
“Let us all continue to play our respective roles in upholding the priceless gift of peace and tranquility to enjoy as a nation.”