The Electoral Commission (EC) has issued a call to action to all stakeholders attending the upcoming Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting on Tuesday, October 1. The EC is urging participants to come prepared with evidence and data to support any concerns or discrepancies they may have regarding the Provisional Voters Register (PVR). This collaborative approach aims to resolve any outstanding issues with the register.
The EC’s request comes after the National Democratic Congress (NDC) demanded a forensic audit of the PVR due to alleged discrepancies. However, despite repeated requests, the NDC has yet to provide data to support their claims. The EC expects the NDC and other stakeholders to present their data at the IPAC meeting.
In a press release on Monday, September 30, the EC reassured the public of its commitment to working with IPAC to address concerns. The Commission emphasized that producing the Final Voters Register is a process, not a one-time event.
Meanwhile, the NDC is renewing its call for live media coverage of the IPAC meeting. Dr. Omane Boamah, NDC’s Director of IT and Elections, stressed that real-time coverage would provide unbiased information on the 2024 voter register’s state following the EC’s self-audit process.
Dr. Boamah highlighted that the discrepancies remain unresolved and reiterated the need for public access to IPAC discussions in real-time. The NDC and EC have been at odds over alleged discrepancies in the voter register, with the party pushing for a forensic audit.
The IPAC meeting on Tuesday will be crucial in addressing these concerns. The EC’s transparency and willingness to collaborate with stakeholders are essential in ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.
The EC has demonstrated its commitment to fairness and integrity through its interactions with IPAC. Previous communiques from IPAC meetings highlight the collaborative efforts between the EC and political parties.
As the 2024 elections approach, the accuracy and reliability of the voter register are critical. The EC’s call for evidence-based concerns demonstrates its dedication to addressing legitimate issues.
Stakeholders, including the NDC, must reciprocate this commitment by providing concrete data to support their claims. This collaborative approach will ensure a credible and transparent electoral process.
In the words of the EC, “Transparency, Fairness, Integrity” are the guiding principles for the electoral process. The upcoming IPAC meeting will be a crucial step in upholding these principles.
