Adingoom Lissy Ayinnogmam, Treasurer of Women in Broadcasting (WIB), has advised the public to stay politically aware but warned against blindly following political leaders, especially during election periods.
She encouraged voters to engage thoughtfully and responsibly, keeping the well-being of their communities and country in mind. “You can follow politicians but don’t be a fool,” she advised.
She made these remarks on A1 Radio, emphasizing the critical importance of peace during and after the upcoming elections. She highlighted that without peace, no other achievements hold true value. “If you have everything under this sun without peace, you have nothing,” she said.
Madam Ayinnogmam shared insights from recent peace advocacy efforts by WIB in communities such as Tongo and Bongo, where local leaders and residents welcomed the group’s message of unity. She reflected on the positive reactions of the people during these outreach efforts, noting the strong support received from both community leaders and individuals. She emphasized that, despite the competitive nature of elections, it is essential for citizens to accept the results, win or lose, and move forward together. “What we are saying is that it’s an election. You either win or lose. And whosoever has been chosen as a winner, we should all accept and move on.”
She underscored that conflicts and violence only hinder development, and it is often women and children who suffer most during times of turmoil. Madam Ayinnogmam called on political leaders, including presidential candidates, to work with the public to ensure peaceful elections and to maintain the stability and progress the region has enjoyed over the years.
Highlighting the unique qualities of women, she reminded the audience that women are naturally inclined toward peace, love, and patience. She urged women to continue promoting these virtues within their families and communities, especially among the men in their lives, to foster a culture of peace. She also warned against the harmful effects of inflammatory rhetoric, pointing out that negative comments can spread quickly and have serious consequences. Ayinnogmam called for self-reflection, noting that individuals must embody peace within themselves before they can effectively advocate for it in others.
“Women, by nature, are created to be peaceful, loving, and patient. Let’s share this message with the men in our lives.”
“People should be mindful of what they say. If you make negative statements, they can spread further than something positive. We must first be peaceful ourselves before we can spread peace elsewhere,” she added.
Source: A1Radioonline.com|101.1Mhz|Gifty Eyram Kudiabor|Bolgatanga|
