Chief of Esiama urges politicians to desist from insults, personal attacksNorth Tongu Assembly Members fail to elect Presiding Member

Nana Ainoo-Kwagyan III, Chief of Esiama in the Ellembelle District of the Western Region, has advised politicians and their supporters, especially the youth, to desist from insults and personal attacks of their opponents in the run up to this year's general elections. He said it was important to run clean campaigns based on current issues, and not indulge in actions that could disrupt the peace and unity in the country. He said this when Mr Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Ellembelle, called on him at his palace at Esiama in the Western Region. Nana Ainoo-Kwagyan said: 'What political parties must do is to use their platforms to explain their policies to the electorate without insults, vilifications and attacks because such actions have the potential to plunge the nation into chaos. ' He continued: 'Political parties must conduct peaceful campaigns to the extent that after the elections, the winners or losers should be able to call their opponents to congratulate them in a bid t o foster peace, love, unity and development.' He reminded MPs to constantly be in touch with their constituents and explain bills passed into law to help them appreciate their work as MPs. Mr Buah, for his part, thanked the Chief for the advice, and said his party would work towards ensuring peace before, during and after the elections. He, however, called on the Electoral Commission (EC) to stop introducing some policies, which were new to the country's electoral process. Source: Ghana News Agency The North Tongu District Assembly members failed to elect a Presiding Member despite multiple attempts. The situation has led to potential setbacks in the Assembly's capacity to conduct business and implement administrative projects and policies. During the recent election, Mr. Osborn Divine Fenu, the District Chief Executive (DCE), indicated the urgency of filling the position, citing its vital role in the Assembly's operations and service delivery. He mentioned that the role of the presiding member was crucial for the district and called on the Assembly members to prioritize the district's interests over personal differences to elect a presiding member. The DCE and other officials also called for increased cooperation among assembly members to ensure efficient local government operations. The North Tongu District Assembly members would reconvene in a few days to elect a Presiding Member. Source: Ghana News Agency