A former Labour Party Senatorial candidate for Delta North in the 2023 general elections, Barrister Kennedy Kanma has celebrated humanity as the world marks International Human Solidarity Day.
In a statement from his media office, Kanma affirmed that he is not only celebrating humanity, but also honouring the world’s shared compassion, resilience and responsibility to stand together beyond borders. He urged people everywhere to unite in compassion and shared responsibility to build a just and inclusive world.
“On this International Human Solidarity Day, I reaffirm my belief that our strength lies in inclusion. I am happy that the world now knows that when we listen to every voice, protect every dignity, and work together across differences to build a fairer future, we are all better for it.
“As I have always said, real progress is only possible when no one is left behind, and when our shared humanity and value, guide our actions, policies and priorities.
“Today, compassion, responsibility, human dignity, inclusion, and the protection of the vulnerable are painfully absent due to failures of leadership and a lack of empathy at the highest levels of power.
“Therefor, the world is in urgent need of healing, and this healing must begin by choosing and electing competent, ethical, and compassionate individuals into public office. More than ever before, we need leaders who place people above personal gains and govern with humanity at the centre of their decisions.
“During the 2023 general elections, we in the Obedient Movement campaigned on clear and cardinal objectives centered on quality representation, empathy and inclusivity, among other programmes. Today, that narrative has not changed; rather, we are even strengthened and resolved it to scale up our work, guided by present realities and the clear understanding that nothing meaningful or lasting can be achieved without sustained collective action and shared responsibility.
“So, as we mark International Human Solidarity Day, we must commit ourselves to creating the world we truly need and deserve; even as we watch from the sidelines. For emphasis, we must consistently remind those in power that they are accountable and responsible to the will and welfare of everyone. Whether they are young or old, men and women, boys or girls, the able-bodied and persons with disabilities. This basic standard of inclusive, responsive leadership, is the very least we should expect and boldly demand from those entrusted with leadership positions.
“As our people say, when a man wakes up, regardless of the time, is his morning. Therefore, let us make the best of our choices as we prepare to elect men and women who truly understand what leadership is about. People who are awake to the needs of the people, guided by integrity and compassion, and committed to serving with responsibility and purpose are those who deserve our votes.”
