Law lecturer battled by EC’s position on audit of register
The Dean of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) Law School, Prof. Ernest Kofi Abotsi, has expressed concern over the Electoral Commission's (EC) stance regarding calls for an audit of the Voters' Register ahead of the December 7, 2024, general elections.
Describing the EC's position as "baffling and troubling," the law lecturer emphasized the importance of such an audit.
Prof. Abotsi pointed out that even if the EC disagrees with the National Democratic Congress' (NDC's) concerns, an audit is a proper mechanism to either confirm or refute allegations.
He argued that for a constitutional body like the EC, which must be perceived as fair and neutral, it is essential to take steps that enhance its credibility.
In a tweet dated September 14, 2024, Prof. Abotsi suggested that it is in the EC's interest to address and dispel the NDC's claims without turning the issue into a conflict.
He concluded by stressing that allegations of a bloated voters' register can only be resolved through a thorough audit.
Source: Classfmonline.com/Cecil Mensah
Trending News
GISPA urges urgent action to safeguard Ghana’s digital infrastructure against future disruptions
20:029th Ghana Women of the Year Honours: Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings receives Lifetime Achievement Award, highlights gender parity legacy
04:56UK Minister for Africa to visit Ghana
10:32Where are the 12,000km of road? I’ll audit them if elected – Mahama questions Akufo-Addo
06:14Comparing 'disrespectful, arrogant' Napo to 'very mature, well-cultured' Prof Opoku-Agyemang quite disgusting – Eric Adjei
03:19Enough is Enough demo: Volta NDC chairman urges EC to address voter roll concerns
22:15Violence erupts at unveiling of DRIP in Gomoa West
10:19GAF begins 2024 recruitment, cautions public against fraudsters
07:49Napo resolves four-year feud in Fomena NPP
05:03Enough is Enough demo: NPP comes at NDC for 'making a mountain out of a molehill'
18:24