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Title: Electoral Commission Reverses Decision on Guarantor System Removal for Limited Voter Registration

 

In a surprising turn of events, the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has decided to backtrack on its initial plan to eliminate the guarantor system for the upcoming limited voter registration exercise. The announcement came during the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting, where political parties convened to discuss the electoral calendar.

During the meeting, participants confirmed that the EC’s proposed calendar, which included the removal of the guarantor system, underwent significant revisions following input from all political parties. Ultimately, the revised calendar, which retains the guarantor system, was unanimously accepted.

Dr. Omane Boamah, the Director of Elections for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), expressed satisfaction with the revised calendar presented by the Electoral Commission. He emphasized the collaborative nature of the meeting, highlighting the chairperson Jean Mensa’s openness to input from all parties.

Dr. Boamah noted, “I can’t recollect a disagreement, very cordial meeting chaired by the chairperson herself Jean Mensa. The calendar was for the first time put out we discussed the calendar and made inputs. None of the inputs were rejected and I’m talking about the political parties.”

He further elaborated on the EC’s declaration that the guarantor system will remain in place for the 2024 elections, addressing a longstanding concern raised by political parties.

Meanwhile, Evans Nimako, the NPP Director of Elections, asserted the party’s stance on the guarantor system. While expressing support for maintaining the existing system, Nimako emphasized the NPP’s commitment to preventing abuse, particularly regarding minors and non-citizens attempting to register.

Nimako stated, “What the NPP will not support is for stakeholders to guarantee for minors and non-citizens to be on the electoral roll. It is for this reason we were in full support of a new CI for the use of the Ghana card.”

He reassured that despite differences in opinion, parties had successful deliberations and are committed to ensuring the proper implementation of electoral processes.

The EC’s decision to retain the guarantor system underscores the importance of collaborative dialogue and consensus-building in shaping electoral policies. As Ghana prepares for the upcoming limited voter registration exercise, the focus remains on ensuring transparency, fairness, and integrity in the electoral process.

Alua Philimon

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