Ghana, the beacon of Democracy has many smart and passionate people who love to talk about politics, especially during elections. They support their political parties and highlight their achievements. They proudly share projects their parties have done to help the country.
But it’s sad to see that some of these same people turn to violence. In their push for victory, they harm the very democracy they say they care about. They focus only on winning, ignoring what happens next.
The 2024 elections reminds us how dangerous this can be for Ghana’s progress.
The Damongo EC office was set in fire. They wanted results that favored one candidate. When the official refused to bend the rules, they destroyed the office.
In Techiman South, another group stormed the divisional police headquarters to demand their candidate be declared the winner. They caused damage and threatened the official to force a decision.
Kwashieman Basic School
The most recent case involved the Kwashieman Basic School, which was set on fire yesterday because it stored disputed ballot papers for the Blekuman North Constituency. These actions hurt our country’s already weak infrastructure and hurt our progress for future generations
Electoral violence is a real threat to Ghana’s democracy. Peaceful elections and the rule of law are key for a healthy democracy. We need stronger actions to protect public property, ensure fair elections, and teach people about peace and dialogue instead of violence. Democracy works best when disagreements are solved through conversation, not chaos.
Ghana must put unity and the nation’s interests above political fights. The government, community leaders, and citizens need to join forces to stop violence, uphold laws, and promote democratic values. If we all work together, Ghana can continue to be a shining example of democracy in Africa and create a better future for everyone.
