Editorial
Give stiffer punishment to rapists
Dear Editor,
I would like to draw your attention to the recurring cases of defilement reported by the media in recent times.
For the past few weeks, I have read in different newspapers about persons being imprisoned or jailed for defilement.
The issue of defilement has become rampant and it is causing fear among girls between the ages of 5 – 12.
These girls being raped or defiled by men who ask for their help and later lure them into their rooms, defile them and threaten to kill them or their parents if they mention it to anyone.
The men who do this to these young girls are old enough to be their fathers or even grandfathers and they pose nothing but danger to the lives of the young ones.
I would like to urge parents to be extra careful with people they leave their children with at home when going out.
Also, parents must ensure that they educate their children and tell them the need to open up when any man do such things to them.
I wish the appropriate authorities concerned would hand culprits of such crimes very harsh punishment to serve as a deterrent to others.
With that in mind, it will make the act unattractive.
Edna Johnson,
Pokuase
Dear Editor,
The performance of the Black Stars of Ghana has plunged the entire nation into a joyful mood.
Very few people gave the team any chance at the World Cup but with the little they have shown, Ghanaians have shown massive support.
All the two matches they have played with England and Panama have been characterized by unending joy after the games.
Apart from the team’s performance, the theme song by Ghana’s ace musician, Kofi Kinata have taken the celebration to a new dimension.
The song resonates through every corner both match and non-match days. And when they are played through the large speakers, it gets both young and old dancing their hearts out.
This is a mood I wish Ghanaians would sustain for a long time to keep the unity and friendship among us. Within this period, politics have been relegated to the background and football dominating the discussion. This is what football can do, let’s keep it growing. For the Black Stars, we say ‘Ayekoo.’
Mawuli Quaye,
Accra
Dear Editor,
I have, over time, observed the growing practice of drying washed clothes on the pavements of some principal streets in Accra, as well as on the grassy medians of major roads.
This practice is often carried out by individuals who have made these public spaces their place of abode.
As a country that seeks to maintain a clean, orderly, and beautiful environment, I believe it is time for the government, through the relevant local authorities, to address this issue.
The use of pavements and road medians for drying clothes undermines efforts to promote cleanliness and urban beautification.
Furthermore, this situation could negatively affect Ghana’s tourism industry. Tourists who visit our country do not only come to see historical landmarks and tourist attractions; they also pay attention to the cleanliness, organization, and general appearance of our streets and public spaces.
The sight of clothes hanging on pavements and road medians creates an impression that is inconsistent with the image of a modern and welcoming city.
Equally disturbing is the practice of bathing children on road medians and street pavements. Apart from raising concerns about public hygiene and safety, such activities diminish the dignity and proper use of these public spaces.
As a concerned citizen, I believe that if we are truly committed to keeping our cities clean, attractive, and conducive to tourism and investment, then we must take decisive action.
Local authorities should enforce existing bylaws and regulations governing the use of public spaces and implement measures to prevent such practices.
By doing so, we can preserve the beauty of our cities and project a positive image of Ghana to both residents and visitors alike.
Kojo K,
Madina
