The Electoral Commission of Ghana has released a communiqué announcing the disqualification of two presidential aspirants, Bernard Mornah of the People’s National Convention (PNC) and Janet Nabla of the People’s National Party (PNP), from the December 7 polls. This decision was made after a thorough examination of the nomination forms submitted by the candidates to ensure conformity with legal requirements.
The examination process was conducted between September 9 and 13, 2024, during which the Commission reviewed the nomination forms to verify compliance with regulatory requirements.
However, Bernard Mornah’s campaign team has denied reports of his disqualification, sparking controversy surrounding the Commission’s decision.
According to the Electoral Commission, the disqualification is based on non-conformity with legal requirements, but specific reasons have not been disclosed.
The Commission has released a list of successfully nominated candidates who qualify to contest in the 2024 Presidential Election.
The December 7 polls are expected to be highly contested, with various political parties vying for power.
The Electoral Commission’s decision has significant implications for the presidential race, potentially altering the dynamics of the election.
The disqualification of Mornah and Nabla has raised concerns about the transparency and fairness of the nomination process.
As the election approaches, tensions are expected to rise, with political parties and candidates intensifying their campaigns.
