The Electoral Commission (EC) will hold an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting today, Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
The meeting is intended to provide political parties with an opportunity to present any findings they may have regarding the Provisional Voters Register (PVR). It will also allow the EC to present an updated report on issues it has resolved with the PVR.
In a move to keep citizens informed, the Commission has announced that the meeting will be covered live, as part of its ongoing efforts to build trust in its processes. The EC is optimistic that feedback from political parties will help further strengthen the 2024 Voters Register.
This meeting follows persistent pressure on the EC to conduct a forensic audit of the Voters Register, after the National Democratic Congress (NDC) raised concerns about the integrity of the register, particularly regarding the transfer of voters without their consent.
However, the EC has maintained that calls for a forensic audit of the Provisional Voters Register are premature, as the Commission has yet to exhaust its established procedures for cleaning the register.
In response to a petition by the NDC, the Commission stated that it had largely resolved the discrepancies identified in the register and would conduct an online exhibition before the final version is released.
In a letter to the NDC, signed by EC Chairperson Mrs. Jean Mensa, the Commission explained, “The exhibition of the Provisional Voters Register allows for inspection and correction of discrepancies.” It also noted that the Commission’s District Officers are currently implementing the decisions and recommendations of the District Registration Review Officers.
Today’s IPAC meeting is expected to play a key role in addressing any remaining concerns and ensuring the integrity of the voters register ahead of the 2024 elections.
