Peace Council conducts conflict resolution training for chiefs and local government officers in Ghana
The National Peace Council in Ghana's Eastern Region organized a two-day training for chiefs and local government officers in Aburi, Akuapem South Municipality.
In Brief
- •The National Peace Council in Ghana's Eastern Region organized a two-day training for chiefs and local government officers in Aburi, Akuapem South Municipality.
- •The training aimed to equip participants with knowledge of natural justice, traditional governance, and contemporary leadership.
- •Eastern Regional Chairman of the National Peace Council, Professor Mark Boadu, emphasized the importance of traditional leaders in maintaining peace and resolving disputes.
- •The training included sessions on customary laws and alternative dispute resolution led by Lawyer Alex Nartey.
- •Participants were urged to use traditional mechanisms for resolving disputes and promote peaceful coexistence.
Why It Matters
The training is part of efforts to strengthen traditional leadership and promote sustainable peace in Ghana. By equipping chiefs and local government officers with modern conflict-resolution skills, the National Peace Council aims to complement traditional approaches and contribute to social stability and national development. The training also highlights the potential impact of chieftaincy disputes on local governance and development, emphasizing the need for peaceful conflict resolution.
Key Details
- Location
- Aburi, Akuapem South Municipality, Eastern Region, Ghana
- Duration
- 2 days
- Participants
- Selected chiefs and local government officers
Context & Background
The National Peace Council is a Ghanaian government agency established to promote peace and resolve conflicts through traditional and modern methods. The Eastern Region of Ghana has experienced chieftaincy disputes that have the potential to affect development.
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