Ghana Post Elections

                                                                                   Photo credit:  myjoyonline.com The National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have both distanced themselves from recent assertions made by the Electoral Commission (EC). The EC had raised concerns that political parties were facilitating the registration of minors and foreigners during the limited voters' registration exercise. In a press conference held on Thursday, the EC voiced its apprehensions about the misuse of the guarantor system, suggesting that some members of political parties were aiding minors and foreigners in their registration efforts. Dr. Bossman Asare, Deputy Chairperson of the EC, emphasized the importance of maintaining a credible voter register, one devoid of ineligible individuals. However, Mustapha Gbande, Deputy General Secretary of the NDC, offered a rebuttal during an interview on Newsnight on Joy FM. He pointed out that political party agents had

Source: Asempa FM In a recent announcement, the Electoral Commission of Ghana has clarified its stance regarding eligible voters who will not be able to register at the Commission's district offices nationwide this year. According to Dr. Serebour Quaicoe, the Director of Electoral Services at the Commission, these individuals will have the opportunity to register next year. Dr. Quaicoe made this statement during an appearance on Asempa FM's Ekosiisen on Monday, September 19. The Commission's plan hinges on obtaining legal approval from parliament for its Constitutional Instrument, C.I., which will enable them to implement special arrangements for hard-to-reach areas starting next year. Additionally, the Commission intends to introduce a continuous registration process at its offices, ensuring that potential voters can register at any time. Dr. Quaicoe emphasized the need for those in remote areas to make an effort to reach district offices for registration this year. He not

Dr. Owusu Afriyie Akoto, a contender for the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) flagbearer position, exudes confidence in his quest to secure victory in the party's presidential primary set for November 4, 2023. Dr. Akoto's conviction is firmly rooted in his vision to transform Ghana's agricultural sector through a comprehensive array of policies and programs. He underscores the pivotal role of this approach in reinvigorating the nation's economy and alleviating the persistent challenges faced by many Ghanaians. Addressing the press at his campaign headquarters on Wednesday, September 13, 2023, after securing the third position on the ballot, Dr. Akoto positions himself as a beacon of hope for Ghana's future. He calls upon party delegates to stand firm against intimidation and external influences, urging them to unite with him in their numbers. He declares, "I am more determined than ever to carry the NPP's flag and ultimately secure power for our party. Amon