“I need peace more than any other presidential candidate in Ghana”- Dr Hassan Ayariga
Dr. Hassan Ayariga, founder of the All People’s Congress (APC) Party, stated in an interview on Kessben FM that he values peace more than any other presidential candidate in Ghana today.
Dr. Ayariga in an interview with Kwame Appiah Kubi on Kessben Maakye spoke about the serious impact of the ongoing conflict in his hometown, Bawku, emphasizing that war is something he wouldn’t wish upon anyone. He explained that peace is essential for society, while war is costly and destructive.
Reflecting on the Kusasi and Mamprusi conflict, he shared that he has seen the harsh consequences of losing peace. “War is not an option. Elections will come and go,” he said.
“My father is Kusasi, and my mother is Mamprusi. With these two groups fighting, I feel torn and unhappy. Who am I supposed to support?” said Dr. Hassan Ayariga, founder of the APC Party.
He expressed the personal challenge of being caught in the middle, with many people urging him to get involved and help. Dr. Ayariga also voiced his disappointment with the Northern region being left to handle the situation on its own, especially by those from the South.
“No one seems to care about understanding the reasons behind the conflict or working on a solution,” he said.
He went on to criticize the President of Ghana, saying that as the leader of the entire nation, the President has shown little concern for the struggles in Bawku. Dr. Ayariga pointed out that it’s been nearly three years since the President last visited the area.
As a presidential candidate, Dr. Ayariga said he feels a lone duty to address the conflict in Bawku, which has now spread to Walewale, causing disruption and insecurity in both areas.
Although the government has imposed a curfew, Dr. Hassan Ayariga argued that this only describes the problem—it does not truly address it.
“The issue in Bawku is a national security threat, but no one seems to be taking real action,” he said. Dr. Ayariga shared that he has been working on his own to find a solution, even putting his campaign tours on hold because of this urgent matter.
When asked about his views on signing a peace pact, he stated that if it were truly about peace, he would have been the first to sign and encourage others to spread a message of peace.
He emphasized that promoting peace goes beyond just signing an agreement—it requires a genuine commitment to fostering a peaceful mindset.
In closing, he urged Ghanaians to vote for the All People’s Congress to bring about real change, presenting himself as the best candidate to bring Ghana concrete policies, not just empty promises. He also mentioned that his manifesto is available online for Ghanaians to read.
