Editorial
Promotion of national unity is a must
National unity is very important in bringing everyone together for socioeconomic development.
Without unity, it will be difficult for the nation to move in a common direction. For this reason, all of us (children and adults) must work towards our common destiny with the sole aim of bringing everybody together in the interest of Ghana.
Ghanaians are one people with a common destiny. For this reason, we need to come together inspite of our differences and work towards a common goal.
In everything that we do, we should remember that without unity, success will be difficult to achieve. It is in line with this that all Ghanaians irrespective of their ethnic, political and other beliefs ought to bury their differences and forge ahead to achieve the ultimate national goal.
Attainment of the ultimate goal will not be easy but with dedication and a common purpose, this will be possible. Every obstacle or challenge can be overcome if only Ghanaians see themselves as one people with a common destiny.
All the 16 regions in Ghana must be conscientised to this realisation. There must be strong unity at the regional level and also at the national level. This will make the entire nation move forward just like other nations that have been able to move forward in unity to the admiration of their people.
Some time ago, there was East and West Germany. These were divided along ideological lines but today, the two have buried their differences and come together as one nation.
As a result of this unity, Germany today has emerged a strong nation. The Germans have put all their differences behind them and are moving forward for national development.
Ghana, in its supreme interest, must also learn from this so that all the regions will be united as one entity.
The time has now come for the people in this country to have a common voice regarding national development issues. Differences in opinion may exist but we should not see one another as enemies and engage in needless fighting using physical strength as happened in Parliament recently.
We need to unite as a people and fight our common challenges or problems such as poverty, squalor, illiteracy, lack of schools and accommodation, poor healthcare and malnutrition among others. This is the way forward so let us remain united and keep to the national development agenda.
Dear Editor,
AS an alumnus of the University of Education, Winneba, (UEW) I am deeply concerned about the increasing number of student deaths being recorded at the institution.
It is very disturbing to hear of young, vibrant individuals losing their lives within a space that is meant to nurture, protect, and prepare them for the future.
The University is supposed to be a place of safety, growth, and academic excellence. However, the frequent reports of tragic incidents has raised questions about adequate health, safety, and welfare measures put in place to protect students.
Parents entrust their wards to the University with the hope that they will return not only educated but also healthy and safe. Sadly, these recurring deaths undermine that trust and paint a worrying picture.
I believe urgent steps must be taken by the University authorities, government agencies, and all stakeholders to investigate the causes of these deaths and to implement preventive measures.
Whether the problem is linked to poor healthcare facilities on campus, lack of emergency response systems, stress-related issues, or other underlying factors, it demands immediate attention.
As a proud alumnus, I cherish the institution and want to see it flourish. But this can only happen if the well-being of students is treated as a top priority. Every life matters, and we cannot afford to continue losing brilliant young minds to preventable circumstances.
Eugene Ampiaw, Accra
Dear Editor,
Drivers are mostly blamed for road crashes that are recorded in the country. They are mostly blamed for over-speeding, overtaking, and non-adherence to road traffic rules and regulations.
However, the attitude of some passengers also contribute to such incidents.
One of such attitudes that I have observed is the ‘pressure’ that passengers put on drivers to stop at unauthorised places because they think it is closer to their destination rather than where the authorised bus stop is located.
I recently had an argument with a passenger in a car. This passenger was virtually shouting on the driver to just stop at an unauthorised bus stop for him to alight.
When I asked this passenger why he was doing that, his response was that, “the authorised bus stop is two junctions away from my house.”
I found his response very funny and at the same time disturbing. I tried to let him know that what he wanted the driver to do was not the right thing, but he was not ready to listen.
Thankfully, the driver did not succumb to his demand and stopped at the authorised bus stop for him to alight.
I believe it is about time some passengers allow drivers to do the right things. That is the only way we can build the peaceful and disciplined society we all crave for.
Maame Esi, Dodowa
