Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has urged government officials and members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to maintain their focus on effectively implementing government policies.
Her comments were delivered during the NDC’s observance of the June 4 Uprising, which took place in Banda Ahenkro on Thursday, June 4.
In her address, Madam Opoku-Agyemang underscored the critical importance of unity in building a resilient nation, reflecting on the valuable lessons gleaned from this pivotal moment in Ghana’s history.
She called for collective effort and dedication among party members to uphold the ideals that the June 4 Uprising represents, emphasizing that these lessons remain relevant in navigating contemporary challenges.
During the event, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the National Chairman of the NDC, passionately called for justice for the individuals whose lives were lost during the elections and strongly advocated for a cessation of electoral violence.
He urged the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to take immediate and decisive action to apprehend all those responsible for the tragic incidents, emphasizing the need for accountability and a commitment to upholding the rule of law in strengthening state institutions.
Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, the General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), cautioned party members and political leaders alike against pursuing leadership roles purely motivated by personal ambition.
He emphasized the importance of prioritizing collective goals and the welfare of the party over individual aspirations, urging members to remain committed to the principles and values that define their political identity.
As part of the event, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang also led the ceremony to cut the sod for the construction of the Banda Inner Town roads.
By Claude Kumi Abisa
