The Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church of Ghana, Most Rev. Dr Paul Kwabena Boafo, says the Electoral Commission has significant responsibilities ahead of the December 7 elections considering the numerous issues of concern that have emerged so far.
He urged the EC to be more transparent and address the concerns raised.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) carried out a nationwide demonstration on Tuesday, September 17, in protest of the EC’s refusal to allow a forensic audit of the voter’s register.
The party believes that a forensic audit is crucial for ensuring a fair and credible electoral process and addressing public concerns about the accuracy of the voter’s register.
Speaking on JoyNews‘ AM Show, Dr Boafo said, “With the issues at stake, we would not say it is enough; that is why, in the statement, we asked if they could also open up and address these issues. We are not saying that everything is done and finished, and so we should just leave it as it is, no.”
Dr Boafo noted that, the grievances are not only from the NDC but also include concerns from other parties like the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
He stated that, addressing these issues is crucial so that, ultimately, everyone can agree that the voter’s register is trustworthy and will lead to an orderly election.
“Looking at all of these, it is not just the NDC; the Alan group might also have their challenge, and the NPP might also have their challenge. All of these are sent to the EC to address. So that, at the end of the day, we can all say that we have a credible register that can lead us to a peaceful election.”
Source: Isaac Kafui Nyanyovor
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