Dr Afari-Gyan calls for judicial action against frivolous election petitions

A former Chairperson of the Electoral Commission Dr Kwadwo Afari-Gyan says the judiciary must sift through election petitions and introduce punitive actions against persons who bring frivolous cases. Dr Kwadwo Afari Gyan described some election petitions as improbable, and the courts should be able to determine which ones have no chance of success. Addressing the […]

Election 2024: Catholic Bishops’ Conference urges EC to uphold impartiality and adherence to law

As Ghana approaches the December 7, general elections, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) has issued a communique calling for all stakeholders to ensure a peaceful, transparent, and fair electoral process. The Bishops placed particular emphasis on the role of the Electoral Commission (EC), stating, “It is crucial that the Commission ensures that all electoral processes […]

Ghana faces cyberattack threat ahead of December elections – ACDT

The Africa Centre for Digital Transformation (ACDT) has warned of potential cyber threats to Ghana’s December 7 elections, urging stakeholders to take immediate action to safeguard the electoral process. The ACDT, in a press statement, highlighted the growing risk of cyber-attacks as digital systems become increasingly integral to Ghanaian society, including its electoral processes. The […]

Peace Council endorses EC’s adoption of Ghana Card for voter registration

The National Peace Council has backed the Electoral Commission’s decision to adopt the Ghana Card as the primary document for voter registration in future elections.  This endorsement comes after initial concerns and debates over the feasibility of using the Ghana Card exclusively for registration, considering challenges in its issuance by the National Identification Authority (NIA). […]