The Abontendomhene of Awukugua, Baafour Kumankum Sereko Ayerakwa II, has urged the Parliament of Ghana to set aside their differences and foster harmony among its members.
Speaking to Accra fm/CTV news reporter Apelete Kofi Michel, during the first anniversary celebration of the Abontendomhemaa of Awukugua, Owoodom Oweredua Kaare III, the Chief expressed profound disappointment over the recent altercations and near fisticuffs witnessed in the legislative body.
Baafour Ayerakwa II strongly bemoaned the ongoing infighting within Parliament, describing the conduct as shameful.
He stressed that such behavior sends the wrong signals to the rest of the world, potentially damaging the nation’s reputation.
The Chief emphasised that as representatives of the people, the Members of Parliament must exhibit the highest standards of decorum and respect for the institution, setting a positive example for all citizens.
Adding that, their primary focus, should be on collaborative work to advance the nation’s development, not on internal squabbles that stall progress.
On her part, the Abontendomhemaa, Owoodom Oweredua Kaare III, took the opportunity to call on the government and relevant bodies to prioritize the development of Awukugua by providing essential social amenities to the community.
Meanwhile, a 10year old Spendilove Kumiwaa has been instooled
Awukugua Abontendom Ankobeahemaa with a stool name Afua Kumiwaa.
