Tensions flared at the Assemblies of God Church polling station in the Ablekuma West Constituency of the Greater Accra Region during the 2024 elections. A pickup truck delivering food packs, allegedly linked to incumbent Member of Parliament Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, was driven away by angry voters amidst hooting and protests.
The 2024 general elections in Ghana have been marred by reports of missing names on the electoral roll and challenges with biometric verification devices, causing delays and tension at various polling stations nationwide.
The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, has firmly stated that the EC has no role in the deployment of military personnel or any election-related security arrangements.
This statement comes in response to concerns following the Ghana Armed Forces’ (GAF) announcement about deploying military personnel to designated areas for election security. The GAF clarified that no military officers would be stationed at polling stations.
The ministry of Interior has announced a temporary close of all land borders ahead of the December 7th general elections. In a statement signed by the Minister for The Interior , Henry Quartey (MP),the ministry of interior has ordered a temporary closure of all land borders in Ghana with immediate effect . The border closure…
The Ghana Police on Thursday 05.12.24,demanded answers from the Commission’s District Electoral Officer of the Afadjato South in the Volta region. Electoral materials were transported in a private vehicle without police escort which is against the policy of the commission. The policy of the Electoral Commission is for all officers to transport electoral materials in…
The Eminent Persons of the Christian Council has called on all security services to be professional and impartial during the 2024 December general elections. The group consists of Christian and Muslim leaders.
Security personnel exercising his vote.
The leadership of the Private Newspapers and Online News Publishers Association of Ghana (PRINPAG) has declared their commitment towards ensuring a free, fair and credible election in Ghana . In a statement issued on 03.12.24,they have commended all their members for their diligence during the election period. They encouraged their members to continue to offer…
The Inspector General of Police, Dr.George Akuffo Dampare met with the leaders of the various political parties on December 3, 2024.During this meeting, he commended the leadership of the various political parties for their demonstration of love for Ghana. He acknowledged their commitment to ensuring peace law and order before the elections period. He also…
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