Ghanaians have been cautioned against the use of hate speech before, during and after the December 7 general election. The President of the Queen Mothers Association of Ghana, Nana Ama Serwaa Bonsu, who made the call, said the words used in political conversations and communication had the potential to make or break the nation, therefore, the need to be circumspect in what they say.
Speaking at the launch of the campaign against hate speech in Accra on Wednesday under the theme, 'Decency in Politics,' she reminded Ghanaians about their rights to free speech but said those rights comes with responsibilities. "We must engage in constructive dialogue, exchange ideas respectfully, and focus on the issues that unite us rather than those that divide us," Nana Ama Serwaa Bonsu stressed.
The Queen Mothers President said political leaders had the power to influence millions of voters and others, and must preach peace, hope and progress, adding that, "we understand that elections are competitive, but no election is worth the cost of our national unity.
As leaders, we must lead by example, showing that political differences need not create enmity,'' she outlined.