Minority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has denounced the Electoral Commission (EC) for its recent actions, specifically the exclusion and subsequent reinstatement of political party agents during the current voter transfer process.
Dr. Forson argued that the EC does not possess the autonomy to make such “outrageous and unwise” decisions.
Addressing Parliament on Tuesday, June 11, he highlighted that the Minority will not allow the EC to make decisions that could endanger the country’s democracy.
He urged Parliament to ensure the Electoral Commission is held accountable to maintain Ghana’s peace and stability.
Dr. Forson emphasized the necessity of parliamentary oversight to prevent any actions by the EC that could compromise democratic procedures.
Moreover, Dr. Forson revealed that the Minority will call for an urgent committee meeting to address these serious concerns with the Electoral Commission before they escalate.
He called for swift action to resolve these issues and protect the integrity of the electoral process.
“While we acknowledge that the Electoral Commission is an independent body, it must be pointed out in no uncertain terms to the Electoral Commission that it does not have the independence to make dangerous, ridiculous and outrageous decisions that can affect the peace and stability of our country and this democracy.”
“It is therefore imperative that Parliament calls the Electoral Commission to order to save this democracy and protect the peace and stability of our dear country,” he stated.
“Mr Speaker, the NDC minority caucus want to use this forum to demand an urgent committee of the whole to iron out these grave concerns with the Electoral Commission before it is too late,” he added.