Dr. Bossman Asare, Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), has challenged the notion that the responsibility for maintaining peace and ensuring the results of the elections rests exclusively with the EC Chairperson.
Amid growing public scrutiny over the EC’s role in maintaining electoral fairness and a peaceful process, Dr. Asare addressed journalists in Accra on Monday, urging the public to dismiss claims—even from notable figures—that the EC Chairperson alone is responsible for peaceful elections.
He stated, “The idea that the peace and outcome of the election rely solely on the EC Chairperson is entirely incorrect.”
Dr. Asare further emphasized, “We call on the public to disregard assertions from even well-known individuals that suggest the chairperson alone holds the key to peaceful elections in 2024.”
His remarks follow criticisms from Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, a senior statesman and founding member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), who labeled the EC as the greatest threat to Ghana’s democracy. Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe raised concerns about the EC’s management of voter transfers, questioning their legitimacy, especially in cases where voters are not directly involved.
Speaking at the Crusaders Against Corruption event in Accra, Dr. Nyaho-Tamakloe warned that, without vigilance, the actions of the EC could jeopardize the country’s stability, stating, “Currently, the greatest threat to our democracy is the Electoral Commission. If we are not careful, it could lead this country to ruin.”
He questioned the process of voter transfers, saying, “How can transfers be made between constituencies without the person’s consent? These are critical issues that need addressing.”
