Abstract:
No man is an island; hence, he can never stand alone unless supported by the efforts of other people. Similarly, the canopy of a single tree cannot make a forest unless it is linked up with that of other tress. By extension, this piece of academic work could not have seen the light of success without the support and motivation of some personalities. Indeed, no one is a repository of knowledge.
Considering the tenacity of some personalities leading to the production of this thesis, I wish to acknowledge all and sundry whose effort and contributions have made my dream a reality. First, I wish to acknowledge the unflinching support of my principal supervisor, Professor S. B. Kendie of the School of Development Studies (SDS), University of Cape Coast (UCC), who streamlined the work when I was going wayward and corrected errors in the work. He encouraged and motivated me when I decided to opt out by assuring me of a light at the end of the tunnel. Without his effort, my vision and aspiration to produce this document would have remained a mirage.
Also, my appreciation goes to the co-supervisor, Dr. Kwadwo Addo Tufour, and Dr. Osei Kufuor, Head of Peace Studies, Department UCC. Their collaboration with the main supervisor motivated me immensely. Furthermore, I am indebted to my former commander/superintendent John Ferguson Dzineku who inspired me to combine my scheduled duties with the academic work. Without him was a failure ab-initio. Once again, I am indebted to the following personalities who assisted me in data collection and analysis: Benjamin Adomako and Ackah Boasi, both of Half Assini, and Collins Owusu Asante of UCC.
