President Akufo-Addo pledges to uphold peace and democracy during December elections

Addressing the crowd at the climax of the Aboakyer Festival in Effutu, Winneba, in the Central Region, he emphasised Ghana's reputation as a model of peace and democracy in West Africa, which has been instrumental in attracting and retaining investment.

In his speech, President Akufo-Addo stressed the importance of peaceful elections, urging citizens to demonstrate political maturity and maintain tranquillity.

"Let's contribute our quota for a peaceful and successful election to protect our democracy.

"The world awaits the outcome and events leading to, during, and after the December 7 polls; as a result, all must show political maturity and carry out routine works in peace to prove to the world that Ghana is a peaceful country," he said.

Commending the Effutu community for preserving their cultural heritage, the president encouraged unity and tolerance to foster further development.

The Omanhen of Effutu, Neenyi Ghartey VII, praised the president for infrastructure improvements, including a new fish landing site and the ongoing expansion of the Kasoa-Winneba Road, which are expected to significantly benefit the local economy and safety.

The Aboakyer Festival, themed "Promoting Tradition and Development through Aboakyer Celebration," featured various activities, such as a musical show, community clean-up, and sports events.