Togolese political party visits Ghana …to seek support for restoration of democracy
•
Dr Jean-Emmanuel Gnagnon by the tomb of Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah
A presidential candidate of the Togolese Movement for Restoration (MTR), Dr Jean-Emmanuel Gnagnon, has arrived in the country to confer with some key institutions and individuals to seek their support for the restoration of democracy in his country.
Dr Gnagnon is being accompanied by his running mate, Advocate Brice Afatsawo- Kpoto, and some executives of the MTR.
The team would interact with the National Peace Council,the Christian Council and Civil Society Organisations in governance, among others.
They would also meet Sheik Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, the National Chief Imam, to seek his support on how to deal with the political crisis currently raging in Togo.
During a visit by the team to the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleumin Accra yesterday, Dr Gnagnon expressed his disapproval of the new legislation in Togo, which granted parliament the power to elect the president, effectively denying citizens their right to vote for a president.
The TMR presidential candidate emphasised that his party was committed to promoting peace, socialism, and progress in Africa, and was determined to challenge the undemocratic move in Togo.
Dr Gnagnon called for international pressure to be brought to bear on Togo’s President, Faure Gnassingbé to reverse the constitutional changes and ensure a democratic and inclusive political process in that country.
The recent constitutional amendments, adopted by Togolese lawmakers in Togo on March 25, have sparked controversy from opposition from various quarters in that country.
The changes introduced a parliamentary system, where the president would be elected by lawmakers for a single six-year term, without public input.
The president’s powers would be significantly reduced, with the president of the council of ministers assuming full authority and accountability for managing the government.
The MTR, launched on February 24, 2024, is a progressive socialist party that prioritises citizen responsibility, tolerance, social justice and shared prosperity.
As the next elections approach, the party is positioning itself as a champion of political restoration, the rule of law and human rights in Togo.
By seeking support from Ghana and other international partners, Dr Gnagnon and the MTR aim to build a strong coalition to challenge the undemocratic forces in Togo, and ensure a brighter future for the people.
BY CLIFF EKUFUL
Read Next
June 12, 2024
IOM launches $550,000 project … to tackle labour migration in Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire, Nigeria
June 12, 2024
Ambulance case: Minority to boycott parliament …in solidarity with Ato Forson
June 12, 2024
Sabotage!!…thieves vandalise, steal oil from transformers, plunge parts of Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis into total darkness
June 12, 2024
Krowor MP welcomes Mahama’s promise of timely delivery of essential supplies to fishers
June 12, 2024
We’ll grant equity stake in mineral resources to chiefs – Dr Bawumia
June 12, 2024
Govt to push for passage of Free SHS Bill by Parliament… to make it legally enforceable
June 11, 2024
Stakeholders discuss child marriage, harmful cultural practice in Nkwanta area
June 11, 2024
Ghana’s devt is linked to engineering, industrialisation – Prof. Boateng
June 11, 2024
MP for Krowor welcomes timely delivery of essential supplies to fishers promise
June 11, 2024
Karpowership plants 3,000 tree seedlings at Achimota Basic School, Chipa Forest
