The Chief of Wangara in the Bono Region, Alhaji Mohammed Moctari, has been appointed Bono Regional Islamic Chieftaincy Commissioner by the United Nations Peace Ambassador Foundation (UNPAF).
The appointment is expected to strengthen efforts to promote peace, tolerance, Islamic values and cooperation among communities in the region and beyond.
The UNPAF is a global non-profit organisation focused on promoting peace, unity and humanitarian initiatives.
Speaking to the Ghana News Agency (GNA) in Sunyani, Alhaji Moctari said he believed his appointment was based on his record of leadership, commitment to Islamic values, chieftaincy traditions, peacebuilding and community development.
He said his new responsibilities would include strengthening bonds of brotherhood, promoting peaceful coexistence and supporting the preservation of Islamic, cultural and chieftaincy heritage.
He is also expected to work with communities and stakeholders to promote sustainable development and improve social cohesion.
Among his key priorities, Alhaji Moctari said, would be the promotion of peace, tolerance and harmony in Ghana and across Africa.
He expressed appreciation to the UNPAF for the confidence reposed in him and pledged to work diligently towards achieving the organisation’s vision for peace and development on the continent.
The Chief also expressed gratitude to the Muslim community and Ghanaians in general for their support.
He said collective efforts and cooperation among citizens would be essential to ensuring that his appointment contributed meaningfully to the promotion of peace and unity across Africa.
Alhaji Moctari said he was optimistic that the new role would provide an opportunity to deepen collaboration among traditional leaders, Muslim communities and other stakeholders in the pursuit of peace and sustainable development.
