SUSTAINING OUR DEMOCRATIC CREDENTIALS

It is indeed interesting to be a Ghanaian at this moment as we are once again presented with a golden opportunity to consolidate our democratic gains.

Truly,osagyefo Dr.kwame Nkrumah saying that" if the black man is given the chance he can govern himself" came to pass when we proved to Africa and the rest of the world that democracy can thrive on the African soil by having free,fair and peaceful general elections which was held on December 7, 2008.

Indeed,i was particularly happy with the general conduct of our politicians and Ghanians as a whole and the progress we have made as a nation.As we gear for elections 2012,i equally want to add my voice to the numerous pleas for our politicians to exercise restraint in the conduct of their campaigns and promote an insult free campaign that focuses on bringing hope and solutions to the myriad of challenges confronting the Ghanaian people.
I also want to use this medium to appeal to every well-meaning Ghanaian ,particularly the youth to make a sober reflection on the choices we make come December, 2012 because the demands of our nation at this moment in history requires that we vote for service-oriented transformational leaders who will project the interest of the state above their personal interest.
God bless Ghana.
STEVE KUBATE SALIFU
GHANA INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM.

WE ARE ONE PEOPLE

The division of our people based on religious, ethnic and partisan lines and its attendant consequences is quite alarming.
It,s quite disheartening for people of the same descent common identity and national aspirations to waste our precious times, that could have been used to push our nation forward to the best everyone can than to resort to violence and unnecessary conflicts.
Lets all bear in mind that whether Islam or Christianity,Northerner or Southerner,NDC or opposition,the overall interest is to enhance our welfare and that of mother Ghana.
Our national integration and co-existence lies our strength,we should engage in efforts that have the potential of expanding the national cake so that everyone can get a larger slice.
The intermittent clashes between the NDC and NPP,ethnic clashes and religious conflicts must not be allowed to continue for individual interest to be achieved. A small leak sinks a great ship.These should not be allowed to jeopardize the relative peace Ghana is currently enjoying.
Thank you.
STEVE KUBATE SALIFU
GHANA INSTITUTE OF JOURNALISM.