Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, who is running alongside National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer John Dramani Mahama, has called on the Electoral Commission (EC) to prioritize transparency and avoid hiding the truth as the December elections approach.
During her official introduction on Wednesday, April 24, Professor Opoku-Agyemang highlighted the challenges the EC faces in maintaining its credibility, particularly concerning missing equipment.
She stressed the importance of the EC addressing concerns surrounding its operations, emphasizing that without clarity and reassurance from the commission, doubts would persist among the public, undermining trust in the electoral process.
“So, the electoral commission is struggling to defend its credibility and until the commission tells us that the equipment means nothing, everyone should believe that there are no issues to worry about. How did disrespect get so high? Actions that impoverish and disenfranchise do not necessarily translate into mindedness in people who are angry, hungry and in people who are oppressed.
“The electoral commission is struggling to defend its credibility and until the commission tells us that the equipment means nothing, everyone should believe that there are no issues to worry about. How did disrespect get so high? Actions that impoverish and disenfranchise do not necessarily translate into mindedness in people who are angry, hungry and in people who are oppressed.
“On the contrary, again check the details in our history. Electoral Commission, I address you directly. It is in the national interest and in your own interest to make transparent what has been and is going on in your establishment.
“The truth will not be suppressed. you cannot be so independent as to disregard the people who validate your existence. it cannot happen anywhere. EC, a word to the wise is Assin North,” she stated.
