By Daniel Adu Darko
Accra, Sept. 9, GNA – Mr Julius Debrah, the Chief of Staff, has commended the people of Ningo-Prampram for their discipline and commitment to peace, which led to the resolution of a 107-year-old chieftaincy dispute.
Delivering the message on his behalf at the climax of this year’s Homowo Festival, Mr. Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah, Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, conveyed greetings from the Presidency and lauded the community for setting a national example of unity and maturity.
“For 107 years, the stool of Ningo was the subject of disagreement. Yet, throughout this long chapter, your people demonstrated discipline and restraint. There was no violence, no bloodshed, and no
destruction of property. Instead, you upheld the rule of law, allowing the courts and traditional processes to guide you towards this peaceful resolution,” the statement read.
Mr Debrah described the peaceful settlement of the protracted dispute as a model for the entire nation, stressing that “no matter how long a conflict persists, peace and the rule of law must prevail over violence and destruction.”
He congratulated the people of Ningo for the installation of a new chief through consensus and tradition, calling it “a new chapter of hope, renewal, and development.”
The grand durbar, which marked the climax of the festival, attracted prominent dignitaries including the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II; the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram and Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Mr. Samuel Narteh George; the Member of Parliament for Ketu South, Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie; and the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts.
The presence of these leaders underscored the national significance of the occasion.
Touching on government’s broader agenda, the Chief of Staff reaffirmed President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment to investing in infrastructure, education, and healthcare across the country.
He noted specific initiatives designed to benefit the youth, farmers, and fisherfolk of Ningo-Prampram, aimed at enhancing livelihoods, creating opportunities, and ensuring food security.
“These efforts are part of the President’s Reset Agenda, which seeks to build a fairer, more inclusive society and an economy that works around the clock for the benefit of all,” Mr Debrah stated.
He urged the people of Ningo to continue upholding peace and unity, reminding them that “without peace, there can be no development, and without unity, no community can truly prosper.”
The Chief of Staff concluded by congratulating the new traditional leadership, praising the wisdom of the elders, and celebrating the discipline of the people.
He expressed optimism that the Homowo Festival would usher in abundance, unity, and lasting peace for Ningo-Prampram and Ghana as a whole.
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Christian Akorlie