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The Commissioner of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), Dr. Joseph Whittal has announced that his outfit has trained 300 personnel to be deployed to polling centers across the country. He said this forms part of efforts to safeguard the integrity of the December 7 elec
Ghana would’ve been like Dubai if I had the funds the Akufo-Addo government had – Mahama. The NDC flagbearer was speaking ahead of the elections 2024.
The Electoral Commission (EC) on November 29 held a meeting with political parties over discrepancies detected in ballot papers for the Volta, Bono and other regions. The Commission on November 28 issued a statement about the shortfalls in the ballot papers and said a reprinting will be done. The Co
Council of State member, Sam Okudzeto, has urged Ghanaians to shun voter apathy ahead of the upcoming general elections, warning that refusing to vote could result in the election of leaders who might not truly represent the will of the people. He spoke during an interview on the sidelines of the Na
After independence on the March 6, 1957; the Ghana has had successful elections with no major civil war. Proclaimed as the Gate way to Africa, the country prides itself for the stable democracy which other African states seek to emulate. Although Ghana has experienced some form of armed violence reg
The Electoral Commission has said that it will declare all votes cast for the late Akua Donkor in the December 7 presidential election as rejected ballots. This is contained in a press release dated November 22, 2024. "In view of the fact that the image and Party logo of the late Madam Akua Donkor r
As the 2024 elections approach, voters are raising concerns about problems that will influence their voting decisions. In the Shama Constituency, key concerns include the long-abandoned district hospital project and deteriorating roads. In the face of the NPP government's social intervention plans,
Gideon Boako, the Spokesperson for Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Tano North Constituency, has urged the youth to refrain from engaging in political violence. Speaking at a peace walk and talk event in Duayaw Nkwanta, Boako emph
As the world strives for inclusive democracy, one community that often faces significant barriers are Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). In this special report, I explore the challenges PwDs encounter during elections and the need to advocate for inclusive democracy. In many low-income countries, Peo
The British High Commissioner to Ghana, Harriet Thompson, has revealed some Ghanaians fear that the December 7 elections may not be peaceful as compared to previous ones. According to her, interactions with key stakeholders and “a range of people” indicate that there could be potential violence. “Un
The sudden death of Akua Donkor, flagbearer of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), has thrown up questions about the implications for the presidential election slated for December 7. As the Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC) prepares for the presidential polls, many are wondering: what happens when a pre
An Accra high court is set to rule on the interlocutory injunction by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Amenfi Central Constituency, Joana Gyan Cudjoe, against the electoral commission (EC) on October 31, 2024. Madam Joana Gyan Cudjoe and the NDC on October 17, 2024
The Electoral Commission (EC) says the presidential results for the 2024 elections will be announced at Regional Collation Centres before the national declaration at its headquarters. According to Deputy Chairperson of the EC in charge of Corporate Services, Dr. Eric Bossman Asare, the move will hel
Chairman of the Western Regional Chapter of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Desmond Cudjoe, has made a promising commitment to the constituents of various constituencies in the region. He assured them that their voices will be heard, and their concerns will be documented and presented to pa
The Executive Director of the National Service Scheme (NSS) , Osei Assibey Antwi, has expressed confidence in the leadership of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), saying they are poised to lead the party to victory in the 2024 general elections. Mr Osei Assibey highlighted Dr
The Electoral Commission (EC) has stated it is committed to providing a robust and credible voters’ register for a free and fair election this year.
The People's National Convention (PNC) has expressed strong discontent with the Electoral Commission’s (EC) decision to disqualify their presidential candidate, Bernard Amba Tayla Mornah. The PNC, at a press conference held on 20th September 2024, responded to the EC's press release, stating that th
Since 1992, the path to victory in Ghana’s presidential elections has largely followed a clear formula—secure at least six out of the ten original regions, and you're almost guaranteed the presidency. This was evident when Jerry John Rawlings, Ghana's longest-serving president, dominated both the 19
One thing is becoming clear: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the presidential candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), is not just talking about business—he means business. In the manifesto unveiled by the NPP, Dr. Bawumia outlines a bold vision to transform Ghana’s economy, with a laser focus on creating
In a dramatic turn of events during the 2024 presidential nomination filing process, independent candidates outnumbered those from recognized political parties, capturing the nation’s attention and signaling a growing shift in Ghana's political landscape. With 12 out of 22 aspirants standing as inde
