The Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has publicly demanded the resignation of Jean Mensah, the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, along with her two deputies, Dr. Bosman Asare and Samuel Tettey. Apexnewsgh reports
Gbande argues that this action is essential for ensuring credible, free, and fair elections in the nation.
During an appearance on the Ultimate Breakfast Show with host Julius Caesar Anadem, Gbande criticized Mensah’s handling of her responsibilities, labeling her actions as politically motivated and influenced by the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP). He stated, “Jean Mensah is an NPP Akufo Addo induced commissioner who, but for the love between the NDC and NPP, could have thrown this country into flames.”
Gbande went on to express his dissatisfaction with the Electoral Commission’s conduct, asserting that the commission’s management has come close to destabilizing the country. He emphasized that both political parties’ restraint prevented further turmoil, stating, “They did a poor job, and nearly set this country on fire.”
Moreover, he warned that any Electoral Commission director exhibiting political bias as the 2024 elections approach would also face consequences. Gbande was clear about his stance on Mensah, Asare, and Tettey: “Jean Mensah is corrupt and she will go. Bosman Asare will go, and Tettey will go. Every regional EC director who has demonstrated to be political will go.”
Highlighting a statement made by Mensah at the conclusion of the presidential polls, where she declared, “it is finished,” Gbande interpreted this as an announcement of her departure from the role. “By that statement, she announced her departure. She is finished her work and she must leave,” he insisted.
In concluding his remarks, Gbande proposed a more neutral approach to appointing members of the Electoral Commission, suggesting that chiefs, pastors, and representatives from peace councils should participate in the nomination process.
“We should neither have an NDC induced EC nor an NPP induced EC. We should have a commissioner that represents Ghana and a commissioner that is neutral,” he asserted, advocating for a shift towards a more impartial electoral oversight.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
