He asked the electorates not to allow the 'emotional appeals' of the candidates to direct their votes, saying, visionary leaders were required to represent the people in parliament.

Mr Tampugre gave the advice when speaking at a parliamentary debate held at Atebubu by the NCCE for the various parliamentary candidates contesting Election 2024 in the area.
He explained that in an era where elections were always marked by populist rhetoric, and lofty promises in the country, it was imperative for the electorates to be discerning enough and evaluate the visions of the candidates.

Mr Tampugre said the debate therefore offered an opportunity for the electorates to listen to the visions of the candidates to guide them to decide their choice when they go to ballot on December 7.

Only Mr Abu Issah Dimmie Baduon, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate and Mr Abraham Kwaku Henaa, that of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) turned up for the debate, which centred on their visions for education, employment, health, infrastructure, economy and agriculture sectors.

It was also attended by traditional authorities, former MPs, religious organisations, security services, assembly members and Heads of Departments and Agencies.