Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan arrived in Accra on Wednesday leading a West African Elders Forum (WAEF) delegation for Ghana’s upcoming December 7 general elections.
The WAEF Communications Officer, Wealth Ominabo, revealed the delegation’s arrival in a statement.
Accompanying Jonathan are former Burkinabe Prime Minister Kadre Ouedraogo, Goodluck Jonathan Foundation’s Executive Director Ann Iyonu, and Special Adviser Ikechukwu Eze.
“The upcoming elections present another opportunity for Ghanaians to reinforce their dedication to democracy, stability, and development,” Jonathan stated upon arrival.
The mission urged Ghana’s electoral commission and security agencies to maintain independence and neutrality.
“WAEF urges the Electoral Commission of Ghana to uphold its mandate of conducting free and fair elections and ensuring the transparency and credibility of the 2024 elections,” the delegation emphasized.
Jonathan commended Ghana’s historical commitment to democratic values, describing the country as a “model of democracy”.
He called on political parties, candidates, and stakeholders to respect the electoral process and resolve disputes through constitutional channels.
“By working together, Ghanaians can once again assert the country’s position as a model of democracy built on a tradition of peaceful, free, fair and transparent elections,” he said.
The delegation specifically urged political parties to conduct peaceful campaigns “devoid of hate speech, inflammatory rhetoric, and personal attacks”.
Jonathan also appealed to youth and party supporters to remain law-abiding and avoid intimidation or violence.
With 17 candidates contesting the elections, the WAEF mission aims to promote transparency and peaceful democratic transition in Ghana
