National Peace Council Confident NDC Will Sign Peace Pact Despite Reservations

The National Peace Council remains optimistic that the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) will sign the peace pact ahead of the December polls, despite the party’s expressed reservations. The peace pact is a crucial initiative aimed at ensuring a peaceful election process.

The NDC has outlined specific conditions that it insists must be addressed before considering signing the pact. The party’s National Chairman, Asiedu Nketia, has voiced concerns over the effectiveness of previous peace pacts, arguing that they have not produced the desired outcomes.

However, speaking to journalists in Accra, the Chairman of the National Peace Council, Dr. Ernest Adu-Gyamfi, expressed confidence that the NDC will ultimately commit to the peace pact. He acknowledged the party’s grievances but assured that the Council is open to dialogue and willing to address the concerns raised.

“The NDC has not said categorically that they won’t sign. They have given out some grievances, and we will meet with them to discuss those issues and find resolutions,” Dr. Adu-Gyamfi stated. He emphasized the importance of ongoing communication with all political parties, noting that some issues may be beyond the Council’s control, but they remain committed to finding workable solutions.

Dr. Adu-Gyamfi downplayed the likelihood of a deadlock, expressing hope that the NDC will eventually sign the pact. “Our doors are always open. We work with the parties, we talk with them, and we listen to them. We hope that they will sign.”

The peace pact is an essential part of Ghana's electoral process, intended to commit political parties to maintaining peace and order during elections. As the December polls approach, the Council's efforts to secure broad participation in the pact are seen as vital to ensuring a peaceful and credible election.