Election 2024 Re-Collation Sparks Controversy Over Parliamentary Results
The Electoral Commission (EC) has re-collated results in several constituencies across Ghana, leading to the declaration of winners in some disputed parliamentary seats. This move has stirred debates among political stakeholders, with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) voicing strong concerns about the process.
The re-collation exercise was conducted in response to disputes raised during the initial counting phase. According to the EC, the goal was to address discrepancies in vote tallies and ensure that results reflect the true will of the electorate. "We are committed to transparency and fairness in this electoral process," an EC representative stated during a press briefing.
However, the NDC has alleged that the re-collation process undermines electoral integrity. The party claims that it was not adequately involved in the process and argues that the EC’s actions lacked transparency. In a statement, the NDC's General Secretary described the exercise as "a deliberate attempt to manipulate results in favor of certain candidates."
In constituencies like Techiman South and Savelugu, where tensions were already high, the re-collation process has heightened political uncertainty. Supporters of both the NDC and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) gathered in large numbers outside collation centers, demanding clarity and fairness in the declarations.
The NPP, on the other hand, has welcomed the re-collation, praising the EC for taking steps to resolve electoral disputes. Party officials have urged the NDC to accept the results and focus on fostering national unity.
Ghanaians have taken to social media to express mixed reactions. While some commend the EC for addressing disputed results, others question the timing and manner of the re-collation. "This should have been done immediately after the elections to avoid suspicion," one user tweeted.
The re-collation exercise has reignited conversations about the need for electoral reforms. Civil society organizations have called for greater stakeholder engagement in future elections to avoid similar controversies.
As the dust settles, the EC has urged all parties to remain calm and use legal channels to address grievances. Meanwhile, the nation watches closely as these developments unfold, shaping the narrative of Election 2024.
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