The UN has called on Ghanaian authorities to investigate incidents of electoral violence recorded during the December 7 polls.
It further charged the government to hold the perpetrators accountable in line with Ghana’s commitment to guaranteeing respect for human rights and the rule of law.
The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the Head of the UN Office for West Africa and the Sahel Dr Mohammed Ibn Chambas made the call in Accra.
He said regrettably, the post-voting period has been marked by isolated incidents of violence which has led to the loss of lives. The Special Representative condemned the violence and expresses his condolences to the bereaved families.
Dr Chambas joined election observer missions in commending citizens for once again exhibiting their democratic right by turning out massively to vote during the December 7, General Election.
He said the peaceful and orderly conduct of voting despite challenges posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and concerns with political vigilantism was demonstrative of the commitment of political actors in the country.
It also demonstrates that institutions, civil society organizations and the public at large are committed to deepen democracy and preserve peace and stability in Ghana.
The Special Representative called on the two main parties, the NPP and NDC, to uphold their commitment to respect the Peace Pact signed on December 4, in which they inter alia, committed to seek redress through constitutional and legal means for any electoral grievances.
The Special Representative reiterated the commitment and support of the UN to the people of Ghana in their efforts to strengthen the nation’s democratic process and to achieve inclusive sustainable development.
