{"id":172694,"date":"2024-04-18T09:31:14","date_gmt":"2024-04-18T09:31:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/04\/18\/2024-election-sall-saga-ayawaso-west-wuogon-violence-must-not-be-repeated\/"},"modified":"2024-04-18T09:31:14","modified_gmt":"2024-04-18T09:31:14","slug":"2024-election-sall-saga-ayawaso-west-wuogon-violence-must-not-be-repeated","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2024\/04\/18\/2024-election-sall-saga-ayawaso-west-wuogon-violence-must-not-be-repeated\/","title":{"rendered":"2024 Election: SALL saga, Ayawaso West Wuogon violence must not be repeated"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>The Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Sir Sam Jonah, has expressed concern over past instances of violence and legal disputes that resulted in the disenfranchisement of some Ghanaians during previous election years.<\/p>\n<p>The esteemed statesman highlighted specific cases of electoral violence in constituencies like Ayawaso West Wuogon and Techiman South, as well as the disenfranchisement of the people of Santrokofi, Akpafu, Lipke, and Lolobi (SALL).<\/p>\n<p>He emphasized that such occurrences must not be allowed to recur in the upcoming December polls.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking at the launch of the 75th-anniversary celebrations of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) in Accra on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, Sam Jonah admonished journalists to \u201cendeavour to be the bridge over troubled waters, ensuring that every Ghanaian, irrespective of political allegiance, finds solace and strength in the truth\u201d as the time for the general elections approach.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs we approach the forthcoming elections, let your pens and your voices forge a narrative of peace, fairness, and democracy. The sad saga of SALL, the killing of innocent voters at Techiman and the unprecedented electoral violence at Ayawaso remain a scar on our collective conscience.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe must all resolve that these unfortunate chapters in our more recent history will never be repeated. You should endeavour to be the bridge over troubled waters, ensuring that every Ghanaian, irrespective of political allegiance, finds solace and strength in the truth.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In his closing remarks, Sam Jonah also called for unity, truthfulness and fearless reporting.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI call upon you to remember that the Ghana Journalists Association is more than a collective of individuals, it is a symbol of our nation\u2019s resilience, its aspirations, and its unwavering pursuit of progress. Inspired by the legacy of our forebears and the timeless call of \u201cYen Ara Asase Ni,\u201d let us forge ahead, united in purpose and resolute in our commitment to the ideals of your noble profession. It is my hope and prayer that you will become a beacon of truth, integrity, and national pride, today, tomorrow, and for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<p><em><strong>Explore the world of impactful news with CitiNewsroom on WhatsApp!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Click on the link to join the Citi Newsroom channel for curated, meaningful stories tailored just for YOU: https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VaCYzPRAYlUPudDDe53x<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>No spams, just the stories that truly matter! #StayInformed #CitiNewsroom #CNRDigital<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Sir Sam Jonah, has expressed concern over past instances of violence and legal disputes that resulted in the disenfranchisement of some Ghanaians during previous election years. 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