Accra, Jan. 15, GNA - Nana Owusu Ansah II, Gyimakyihene of Kokofu in the Ashanti Region, has called on Ghanaians to desist from chieftaincy disputes and political vendetta in order to promote national development.

He said apart from retarding the socio-economic advancement of the country, such acts could lead to conflicts and loss of lives.

Nana Ansah II made the call in an interview with Ghana News Agency (GNA) in Accra on Friday.

He said no meaningful development could be achieved in any community that was engulfed in conflict since pace and security could not be guaranteed.

Nana Ansah II, who is also the Chief Executive of the Kikoriko Restaurant and Guest House (Nana Ho), stressed the need for parents and guardians to invest more in the education of their children and wards instead of spending lavishly on funerals and naming ceremonies. He said they should also contribute towards the development of their towns and communities.

Nana Ansah II appealed to Ghanaians to work very hard and support government in its promise to make Ghana a better place to live in.