“Stars of Volta” to promote peaceful elections

Mon, 21 May 2012 Source: GNA

Renowned musicians and people in the entertainment industry in the Volta region are to use music and comedy to preach peace before, during and after the December general elections.

The project christened, “Stars of Volta Preach Peace” would see musical stars including “Tony D”, Israel Maweta, Raps Ziggy, Stella Ganyo, Togbe Edinam Ansah and Mama Grace, will tour all district capitals to perform “peace musical concerts.”

Mr. Zapp Mallet, experienced Sound Engineer and Mr Kwame Senyo, a Broadcast Journalist would also be part of the team to “win people for peace.”

Mr. Anthony Dagbey, popularly known as “Tony D”, Executive Director of Tony D Musical Productions and Organizer of the event, told the GNA that the concerts would be free.

He said government appointees and parliamentary aspirants have the opportunity to use the platform to pledge to be peaceful and promote national unity in all activities towards the elections.

He said the event would also serve as social entertainment and help educate on the role of individuals in ensuring peaceful electioneering.**

Source: GNA