The National Peace Council has emphasized a critical need for increased funding as it prepares for the 2024 general elections.

Reverend Dr. Adu Gyamfi, Chairman of the Council, highlighted that the current workload has stretched their resource base, hindering their ability to effectively carry out essential functions.

Dr. Gyamfi pointed out that the Council is handling numerous cases that require attention, underscoring the necessity for additional financial support to manage election-related activities adequately.

He estimated that approximately $1 million is needed to strengthen their capacity to prepare for and address potential challenges surrounding the elections.

“For election-related activities, we need $1 million in dollar terms, and some donors have shown interest in helping,” he disclosed.

The National Peace Council plays a crucial role in fostering a peaceful electoral process, mediating conflicts, and facilitating dialogue among political parties, among other responsibilities.

However, the increasing demands for overseeing elections and mitigating violence necessitate significant financial and human resources, which the Peace Council currently lacks.

During an inter-party dialogue on mitigating election violence, Rev. Adu Gyamfi highlighted that some of their regional secretaries are overwhelmed by their workload.

“We need more funds and staff; our regional secretaries are overburdened and are requesting drivers, which we currently lack.

 There is a need for more resources and personnel to handle the increasing workload,” he added.