Eight lives were lost in the last election despite peace pact agreement – Apostle Lamptey

The General Overseer of Believers Worship House of Worship International, Apostle Abraham Lamptey, emphasized the importance of political parties signing peace pacts ahead of the 2024 elections.

He believes that understanding peace and knowing how to behave in society to prevent chaos is more crucial than merely signing documents.

Apostle Lamptey highlighted the need for various agencies and institutions to educate people on the importance of peace and avoiding violence during turbulent times.

In an interview with Accra-based 3FM, he shared his views on the peace pacts signed by political parties before the general elections.

"What is the point of signing peace pacts if everyone understands peace? We sign these pacts and still witness election violence. For instance, eight people died in the last election, and we haven't addressed it. Signing peace pacts is not enough; it is the understanding and valuing of peace that truly matters.

"When greed, selfishness, and self-centeredness are eliminated from society, peace becomes automatic. You don't need everyone to avoid these traits to achieve peace; you create it for yourself. Be an advocate of peace," he said.

This statement follows the announcement by the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, that his party will not sign the peace pact ahead of the 2024 general elections, scheduled for December 7, 2024.

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