By Edmond Tetteh
The Executive Director of STAR Ghana Foundation, Alhaji Ibrahim Tanko Amidu, is advocating for a national dialogue to deliberate on ways to restore confidence in the Electoral Commission (EC).
The dialogue which he said must bring stakeholders from across the political divide and Ghanaians in general, he stated should engage in open discussions on how to address the growing skepticism surrounding the EC’s integrity.
Mr. Amidu made the call during an election webinar led by STAR-Ghana Foundation.
It focused on the theme: “Towards Peaceful, Inclusive Elections, Lessons from CSOs Experiences” it was funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and discussed the role of Civil Society Organizations in Ghana’s electoral process. It also explored strategies for promoting peaceful and inclusive elections.
Alhaji Amidu Tanko cited the ongoing controversies around the voters’ register as signs of broader issues related to the public’s perception of the EC’s transparency and accountability. He emphasized that a national dialogue is essential for guaranteeing a peaceful and credible electoral process.
The Executive Director of the Institute for Democratic Governance (IDEG), Dr. Emmanuel Akwetey, while acknowledging the crucial role by the National Peace Council in promoting peace, stated that addressing electoral violence and ensuring peace during elections calls for collaborative efforts of all.
