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Security consultant Professor Kwesi Aning has called for the expansion of the National Peace Council to reflect the evolving dynamics of peacebuilding in the country.<\/p>\n

Speaking on JoyNews\u2019 The Pulse<\/em> on Thursday, Prof. Aning acknowledged the council\u2019s tremendous work since its establishment but stressed that its composition must be broadened to meet current realities.<\/p>\n

\u201cGhana has changed dramatically since the Peace Council was established, and we need to look at the Peace Council Act and broaden the membership of the council.\u201d<\/p>\n

He argued that greater inclusion of women and young people is essential, as these groups are more attuned to contemporary national challenges and play critical roles in sustaining peace.<\/p>\n

Prof. Aning also noted that the Council is currently dominated by religious leaders, emphasising the need for a more diverse membership that incorporates voices from different sectors of society.<\/p>\n

\u201cRight now, it is very religious-member heavy. We need to broaden that to bring in more women and youth so that it is reflective of the country that we are seeking to build peace.\u201d<\/p>\n

Strengthening representation, he said, would enhance the Council\u2019s effectiveness in addressing emerging conflicts across the country.<\/p>\n

His suggestions follow a recent comment by President John Mahama that chieftaincy and land disputes have become a headache for the government, as these disturbances consume a significant portion of the country\u2019s security resources.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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