The Deputy Chairman of Operations at the Electoral Commission of Ghana, Samuel Tettey, has categorically denied allegations of printing excess ballot papers for the upcoming 2024 General Elections.
Speaking at the launch of the National Peace Campaign on November 3, Tettey assured Ghanaians that the ballot printing process is transparent and inclusive, with agents from all political parties present at the printing facilities.
He said “The allegation of the ballot printing, which is currently in the public domain, is not true. We would like to assure the people of Ghana, that the processes are so inclusive, so participatory, open and transparent. As we speak all political parties have their agents at the printing houses”.
Tettey emphasized that any surplus ballots are destroyed in the presence of these agents, maintaining strict oversight by police.
“We also have the police at the printing houses, monitoring the process as has been the practice. All excess ballots printed are shredded in the presence of party agents and the certificate is signed.
He urged the public not to panic over these unfounded claims and reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to conducting credible elections. Political parties were also advised to be cautious in their public communications regarding electoral processes.
“We wish to state that our processes are so transparent and that the commission cannot print excess ballots. We would call on the public not to panic about this news story, as it’s not the case. The commission remains committed”.
Source: www.kumasimail.com /Kwadwo Owusu
