Two prominent figures from Ghana's dominant political parties, the NDC and NPP, have committed to rallying their supporters for peace and unity ahead of the December 2024 general elections.

Sammi Awuku, an aspiring Member of Parliament and a key member of the Dr. Bawumia campaign, along with Professor Joshua Alabi of the NDC, made this significant commitment during the sixth edition of the Ghana Football Awards.

The event, held last weekend at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Center, was the perfect backdrop for this pledge, symbolizing unity and sportsmanship.

The two respected personalities shared a moment of camaraderie, posing for photos together in a friendly posture, which was warmly received by the audience in the auditorium. This public display of unity was a powerful message, highlighting the importance of peace in the political process.

Both parties are confident in their electoral fortunes, yet they pledged to ensure that peace prevails, and there will be no violence from their supporters before, during, and after the elections. This commitment to peace is crucial as the country approaches the election period, emphasizing that political competition should not lead to conflict.

The initiative, known as the Unity Project, was organized by Football Impact Africa, the body behind the Ghana Football Awards. The project's aim is to foster peace and unity through sports, using the platform of football to bring together political rivals in a show of solidarity.

The Ghana Football Awards gala night, already a significant event in the country's calendar, was elevated by this pledge, reminding all attendees and viewers of the importance of peaceful elections. The commitment made by Sammi Awuku and Professor Joshua Alabi serves as a reminder that despite political differences, the shared goal of national unity and peace must always come first.

This landmark agreement between the two leading figures sets a positive tone for the upcoming elections, reinforcing the message that Ghana's democracy thrives on peaceful coexistence and mutual respect. The Unity Project is a testament to the power of sports to bridge divides and promote harmony, a message that resonates deeply in the hearts of Ghanaians.

The road to the elections would be long, and the political tension would undoubtedly rise, but the message from the Grand Arena was clear: Ghana's strength lies in its ability to unite, to engage in the democratic process with respect and dignity, and to emerge stronger, no matter the outcome of the polls.

As December 2024 approaches, the eyes of the world will be on Ghana, not just as a beacon of democracy in Africa, but as a testament to the power of peace and the enduring spirit of a nation that chooses unity over division, dialogue over discord, and progress over partisanship.