John Mahama, the flagbearer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has called for a peaceful demonstration as the party organizes nationwide protests today to address concerns over the Electoral Commission’s (EC) handling of voter register discrepancies.
Ahead of the demonstration, the former President emphasized that the protest should remain non-violent, stating, “This is a peaceful demonstration. If you cannot be peaceful, please do not attend. We seek only those committed to maintaining peace.”
The NDC’s protest focuses on what they consider to be significant irregularities in the voter register, which they uncovered during a recent voter exhibition. Despite their requests for a forensic audit, the EC has declined to perform one.
As a result, the NDC will stage protests in all 16 regional capitals, with demonstrators marching to regional EC offices. National executives will also deliver petitions to both the EC headquarters and Parliament in Accra.
Mahama urged demonstrators to show respect towards the police, who will be present for protection, and to avoid any confrontations. “The police are there to ensure our safety, not to be antagonized,” he said. After submitting their petitions, participants are encouraged to return home calmly, maintaining the peaceful nature of the event.
Mahama’s comments underscore the NDC’s broader demand for electoral reforms ahead of the upcoming elections, with the party hopeful that their concerns will be addressed. The protest is expected to attract significant support nationwide as the NDC advocates for electoral integrity.
