Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has charged the youth to fully participate in the upcoming December 7 general election, emphasizing their crucial role as the “ultimate kingmakers”.
Speaking at the launch and graduation ceremony of the 2024 batch of Kufuor Scholars, he encouraged the youth to exercise their civic obligations and shape the country’s leadership.
The Kufuor Scholars Foundation, in partnership with the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has launched a voter campaign to boost youth participation in the December polls, addressing concerns of voter apathy, economic hardship, and misgovernance.
With over 70% of the population being youth, Kufuor emphasized their potential to be unstoppable if committed to doing what is right.
The Voter Campaign, themed “Empowering future leaders: Education, democracy and civic engagement”, aims to educate and sensitize the youth on their civic electoral duties through seminars, stakeholders, and community engagements.
NCCE Chairperson Kathleen Addy stressed the importance of education in deepening Ghana’s democracy and encouraged the youth to take responsibility and participate in the electoral process.
Over 200 refined youth have graduated from the Kufuor Scholars Program, ready to make a positive impact in Ghana and Africa.
