The President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Efua Ghartey, has emphasized the importance of conducting the upcoming December elections with transparency, fairness, and integrity.
During her swearing-in ceremony with the newly appointed GBA executives, Mrs. Ghartey highlighted the critical role legal professionals play in maintaining democratic principles, especially during election periods.
She called for a commitment to ensuring that the elections are conducted in a transparent and fair manner, commending lawyers for their efforts in educating the public on electoral matters.
She noted that this education has been partly achieved through their involvement in high-profile legal cases, particularly referencing the televised election petitions heard by the Supreme Court in 2013 and 2021, which helped demystify judicial processes surrounding electoral disputes.
Additionally, Mrs. Ghartey acknowledged the media’s crucial role in providing comprehensive coverage of court proceedings, enhancing public access to information, and supporting transparency within the judicial system.
She also urged lawyers to maintain a commitment to environmental protection, expressing confidence that their collective efforts could significantly contribute to safeguarding Ghana’s natural resources.
“Our collective effort will definitely yield results as we remain resolute in our resolve not to shortchange ourselves where our environment is concerned,” she stated.
For more details on this topic, you can refer to articles from various news outlets covering her speech and the broader context of the GBA’s role in the upcoming elections.
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