President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has reiterated his commitment to ensuring that the upcoming Presidential and parlia­mentary elections are free, fair and transparent devoid of violence.

He emphasised that his government would facilitate a transparent electoral process to pro­mote peace and stability in the country before, during and after the December 7, elections.

The President made the declaration during his thank-you tour to the Upper West Region, where he met the clergy, traditional leaders and some members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

He emphasised the importance of democratic participation of all Ghanaians in the upcoming elections saying, "The opportunity given to all Ghanaians to express themselves and determine who can best address their concerns is the beau­ty of democracy." "Everybody with the power of the vote and the thumb will have a say in determining who will be the next President and who will be the next Member of Parliament in your area.