President Akufo-Addo has re-assured Ghanaians that the December 2024 elections is going to be free, fair, transparent and peaceful, reiterating his promise to hand over the leadership mantle to whoever will emerge victorious.The President, thanking Ghanaians for maintaining a peaceful environment over the years, assured that his administration will ensure that the upcoming polls does not jeopardise the current peace enjoyed in the country.Speaking at the grand durbar of the 2024 Anlo Hogbetsotso Za festival Saturday, November 02, 2024, President Akufo-Addo appreciated the chiefs and residents of Anlo for their support throughout his administration."As we all know, without peace, there can be no proper development," President Akufo-Addo remarked. "The peace we are currently enjoying is the peace we will carry through to the elections on 7th December.
I want to assure the people of Anlo, the people of the Volta region and the people of Ghana, that the elections, the forthcoming elections in December, are going to be free, fair, transparent, and peaceful.""And on the 7th of December, I will hand over the baton of national leadership to whoever the people of Ghana choose on the 7th of December to succeed me," he assured.He also explained that the current nationwide tour he is embarking on is to thank Ghanaians for their support throughout his administration.
He said he had plans of visiting the Volta region specifically to thank them, he was however, using the festival, which is the last in his tenure, to extend his appreciation to indigenes of the region.The festival which was held in Anloga brought dignitaries, traditional leaders, and community members to celebrate the Anlo heritage and Ghana's cultural diversity, with the Awoemefia (Overlord), Togbi Sri III, sitting in state.Also present at the gathering and gaining the recognition of the President were chiefs from across the country, including Osabarimba Kwesi Atta II, Omanhen (Paramount Chief) of the Oguaa Traditional Area in the Central region, and Daasebre Nana Kwaku Boateng III, Omanhene (Paramount Chief) of New Juaben in the Eastern region, as a powerful demonstration of national unity.The festival featured lively performances of songs, dances, and customs, highlighting the rich culture and traditions of the Anlo people, underscoring Ghana's collective heritage.