Accra, Ghana – The Sudanese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Gariballa Khidir Ali, has officially paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, to formally seek Ghana’s support in resolving the ongoing conflict and restoring peace and stability in Sudan.
The Ambassador expressed deep appreciation for Ghana’s long-standing reputation as a beacon of democracy and peace on the African continent, noting that in times of crisis, Ghana remains a trusted ally and reliable source of help. During the high-level meeting, Ambassador Ali emphasized that Sudan is committed to African-led initiatives and solutions to its crisis and expressed optimism that, with the collective support of African nations, peace can be restored.
Speaker Bagbin reaffirmed Ghana’s solidarity with the people of Sudan, underscoring the strategic importance of Sudan to the continent, warning that instability in Sudan affects the continent as a whole, and stressing that it will require a collective African resolve to bring lasting peace to the region. The Speaker formally pledged Ghana’s support, detailing several avenues through which the country would contribute, including peacebuilding initiatives, technical cooperation, advocacy, training, and parliamentary diplomacy, all aimed at promoting stability and unity in Sudan.
Ghana’s Parliament, under Speaker Bagbin’s leadership, is actively leveraging its legislative and diplomatic networks to support African-led peace efforts, consistent with the country’s reputation as a democratic leader. The engagement by Speaker Bagbin signals that Ghana is utilizing its parliamentary platform to move beyond mere rhetoric, offering tangible mechanisms to support the peace process in Sudan.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
