A prominent member of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) Dr. Nyaho-Nyaho Tamakloe, has described the Electoral Commission (EC) under Chairperson Jean Mensa as the “greatest threat” to Ghana’s democracy. Apexnewsgh reports
Dr. Tamakloe made the pronouncement at a forum organised by the Crusaders Against Corruption in Accra, themed “The Scareface of Corruption in Ghana,”
Dr. Tamakloe who did not hide his opinion criticised the Commission for attempting to transfer names from the voter register between constituencies, describing it as a criminal act that “must not be tolerated
He pointed out that these actions undermine the credibility of the electoral process and threaten the foundation of Ghana’s democracy.
Dr. Tamakloe’s strong words garnered attention from the audience, as he reiterated the importance of a transparent and fair electoral system to ensure each citizen’s voice is heard. He called for accountability and urged the EC to uphold its mandate to serve the people impartially.
As a prominent member of the ruling party, Dr. Tamakloe’s stance on the EC’s actions highlighted the growing concerns about the fairness of the electoral process in Ghana. His words served as a reminder that democracy is a fragile system that requires constant vigilance to protect its principles and ensure the will of the people is respected.
The forum concluded with a call to action for civil society and political parties to hold the EC accountable and demand transparency in all electoral processes.
The importance of upholding democratic values and protecting the integrity of Ghana’s elections was paramount in the minds of all those in attendance.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
