In a recent development, Dr. Eric Asare Bossman, the Deputy Electoral Commissioner in charge of Corporate Services, has spoken out about the Electoral Commission’s (EC) decision to reconsider the use of indelible ink in the upcoming elections. Speaking at the Multimedia Group’s 2024 Election Coverage launch, Dr. Bossman highlighted the importance of consensus and trust among stakeholders as the country prepares for the December polls. The EC’s reversal on its earlier decision to do away with indelible ink comes as a response to public and political party concerns, signifying a strong commitment to ensuring a transparent and credible voting process.
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The initial move by the EC to drop indelible ink from the voting process faced stiff opposition, especially from the Minority in Parliament, who accused the commission of constitutional breaches. High-profile opposition figures, including First Deputy Minority Whip Ahmed Ibrahim and MP Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, were vocal in their criticism and urged the EC to rethink its strategy. Despite EC Chair Jean Mensa’s defense of the decision, citing the use of biometric technology to prevent double voting, the opposition NDC called for a review of the proposal. Ultimately, the EC’s decision to maintain the use of indelible ink reflects their willingness to listen to stakeholders and reinforces their dedication to a trusted and transparent electoral process.
