Ejisu-Juaben inaugurates inter-party dialogue committee

Ejisu (Ash), Feb. 22, GNA – A 21-member inter-party dialogue committee to help mediate in electoral conflicts in the Ejisu-Juaben Municipality has been inaugurated at Ejisu.

It is made up of representatives of the political parties, security agencies, religious and traditional leaders, the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), Electoral Commission (EC), the assembly, youth and women groups.

Mr Benjamin Kyere, the Municipal Director of the NCCE, said it was imperative for all to accept to act more responsibly to prevent violence before, during and after the December general polls.

The country's democracy had won international admiration and this must be protected.

He asked the committee to help identify potential areas of conflict among the political parties and deal swiftly with them.

It should also make sure that the code of conduct of the parties was respected and upheld.

Mr Kwaku Afrifa Yamoah Ponko, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), counselled against insults and intimidation of political opponents.

He gave the assurance that adequate security measures would be put in place to allow all, to freely exercise their franchise in the upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections in the area.

Mr B.H. Amponsah, Registrar at the Ejisu Magistrate Court, who swore in members of the Committee, reminded them to be committed and dedicated.

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