The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has strongly refuted claims suggesting that public confidence in its operations is diminishing ahead of the upcoming December 7 general elections. This follows concerns raised in a recent Afrobarometer report from the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), which revealed growing skepticism among Ghanaians about the EC’s impartiality. According to the report, a significant portion of the population expressed doubts about the Commission’s independence. In response, the EC has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering a credible and transparent electoral process, insisting that these concerns are unfounded.
Dr. Eric Bossman Asare, Deputy Chairperson of the EC, addressed the public’s concerns in a media interview, emphasizing that the Commission remains fully dedicated to maintaining electoral integrity. He highlighted a range of measures that the EC has implemented to improve the credibility of the election process, including the use of advanced biometric systems, rigorous training for polling staff, and strengthened oversight mechanisms at polling stations. Dr. Asare urged the public to trust in the EC’s proven track record, noting that Ghana is widely regarded as one of the top performers in conducting free and fair elections in Africa.
“Ghana is one of the best in the business,” Dr. Asare stated, referencing the country’s reputation for quality elections on the continent. He also addressed concerns over forensic audits of the electoral process, pointing to a televised public meeting where the EC demonstrated transparency, assuring the public that there was nothing to hide. Dr. Asare urged Ghanaians to focus on the Commission’s past successes and to trust that their votes will be accurately counted and reported. Despite the growing skepticism highlighted in the CDD-Ghana report, the EC remains confident in its ability to deliver another successful election.
