Politicians urged to exercise caution on the road whilst campaigning

09-11-12   

As the country prepares to go to the polls next month, politicians have been advised to exercise caution on the road whilst going about their campaign tours. Addressing enthusiastic supporters at a zonal rally held at Sakote in the newly created Nabdam district, a teacher and an astute member of the ruling NDC, Martin Dittoh reminded politicians to be wary on the road so as not to disenfranchise themselves come, December. He said considering the deplorable nature of the country’s road network, politicians and their supporters stand the risk of losing their precious lives if care is not taken as far as overspeeding is concern. Politicians, he moreover cautioned should consider using qualified and trained drivers in their campaign tours.  Stressing on strict adherence to road safety regulations, Mr.  Dittoh laid particular emphasis on the high speed rate of political convoys and the exhibition of acrobatic displays of motorbikes by party supporters, and advice the youth who dominate in such activities to be mindful of their lives as they follow such political convoys. Mt Dittoh who lost to Hon. Moses Asaga at the just ended NDC constituencies primaries said accidents are bound to happen when road regulations are ignored, hence the need for party supporters to put their lives ahead of all political activities. Mr Dittoh urged electorates to rally behind President Mahama and the incumbent MP to guarantee their share of the better Ghana agenda. He said the NDC was poised for victory and needed the support of all to ensure a one touch victory. He moreover appealed to the rank and file of the party to form a united front in the build to the upcoming election, adding that unity was key to achieving the victory for the party, come December, 7. He said he being a member of the Hon.  Asaga’s campaign team he was going to   ensure a successful campaign journey and cautioned party supporters who have decided to vote skirt and blouse to consider rescinding their decision by voting massively for the NDC.

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