The Electoral Commission (EC) has officially acknowledged the petition from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) following their ‘Enough is Enough’ protest on Tuesday.
The NDC is demanding a forensic audit of the voters’ register, citing concerns over its integrity as the December 7 elections approach.
In a statement from Deputy Chairman of Operations, Samuel Tettey, the EC assured both the public and the NDC of its commitment to producing a credible and comprehensive final voters’ register. “The process of creating the Final Register is still in its early stages,” he noted, emphasizing the importance of a reliable register for fair elections.
The EC has expressed its openness to dialogue with the NDC regarding their concerns and is set to review the petition, promising a formal response in the coming days.
Tettey reiterated, “We assure the NDC and all stakeholders of our commitment to delivering a robust Final Register ahead of the December 2024 Elections.”
The NDC’s nationwide demonstrations sought greater transparency in the electoral process, particularly advocating for an audit to address any discrepancies in the voters’ roll. The EC’s response indicates a readiness to engage with these issues, potentially easing some of the tensions surrounding the upcoming elections.
As the December elections draw near, all eyes will be on the EC to ensure a transparent and fair electoral process, with stakeholders, especially the NDC, closely monitoring the finalization of the register.