The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Ga South, Moses Kabu Ocansey, has called on Ghanaians to promote religious tolerance and national unity, cautioning against allowing religious differences to create division in the country.

He made the remarks during the final funeral rites of the late Christiana Afua Quarcoo, mother of Daniel Nii Arde Tagoe of the Nii Arde Nkpa Family and Chief of Staff at the Office of the James Town Paramount. The ceremony was held at Bannerman Park in Korle Gonno.

The MCE noted that Ghana is home to Christians, Muslims and traditional believers who have coexisted peacefully over the years. He urged citizens not to view other religions negatively or allow external influences to disrupt the country’s harmony.

“We have Christians, Muslims and traditionalists living together. We should not allow religion to divide us. We must learn to live happily together as one people,” he said.

Ocansey also used the occasion to encourage national pride ahead of Ghana Month next month, urging citizens to support local products and promote Ghanaian culture.

He called on Ghanaians to “wear Ghana, eat Ghana and speak Ghana” for national development.

Speaking at the event, Daniel Nii Arde Tagoe emphasised the importance of honouring parents, referencing biblical teachings that encourage respect for elders.

He cautioned against neglecting or mistreating parents later in life, particularly when individuals become successful.

He described the funeral as a reflection of both Christian and traditional values, noting that the late Quarcoo embodied aspects of both faith and tradition, demonstrating peaceful coexistence among different religious beliefs.

The funeral was attended by several dignitaries, including the Paramount Chief of the Ngleshie Alata Traditional Area, Oblempong Dr Wetse Kojo II.

The event brought together community members, traditional leaders and well-wishers in a show of solidarity, underscoring calls for unity and mutual respect across religious and cultural lines.

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