The Elections Committee of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has reminded all members, aspiring candidates, and stakeholders that nominations for the 2025 National and Regional Executive Elections officially close at midnight on Friday, May 30, 2025.
This is contained in a press release issued by the Chairman of the Committee, Mr Peter Agbeko dated May 26.
“This is a crucial final call to all eligible members who wish to contribute meaningfully to the leadership of the GJA to pick up and submit their nomination forms before the deadline,” he said.
According to him. “Since the opening of nominations on Friday, May 16, 2025, the Elections Committee has received considerable interest from across the country, and we are encouraged by the enthusiasm shown so far. We urge all others still preparing their documents to act swiftly to avoid disappointment.
How to File Your Nomination
Nomination forms are accessible via a secure link upon proof of payment of the applicable fee into the designated GJA bank account:
Bank: National Investment Bank (NIB) – Osu Branch
Account Name: Ghana Journalists Association
Account Number: 1112037799401
Nomination Fees:
- National Level
- President – GH₵ 5,000
- All Other Positions – GH₵ 3,000
- Regional Level
- Chairperson – GH₵ 1,500
- All Other Positions – GH₵ 1,000
Completed forms must be submitted with a recent bust-sized photograph with a red background.
Key Positions Up for Election
National:
- President
- Vice President
- General Secretary
- National Organising Secretary
- Treasurer
- Public Affairs Officer
Regional:
- Chairperson
- Vice Chairperson
- Secretary
- Treasurer
Next Steps and Important Dates
- Vetting:
National (In-person) and Regional (Virtual) – June 3 to 5, 2025 - Publication of Qualified Candidates & Vetting Results: June 6, 2025
- Balloting for Positions: June 9, 2025
- Campaign Period: June 9 to June 28, 2025
- Election Day: Monday, June 30, 2025
The Elections Committee, in collaboration with the Electoral Commission of Ghana, is committed to ensuring a transparent, inclusive, and credible electoral process.
We count on the continued cooperation of all members to uphold the integrity of the Association’s democratic processes.
