The Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana has announced that all ballot papers for the upcoming December 7 elections will be deployed nationwide by the end of today, November 26, 2024. This update was shared during a meeting with the National Elections Security Taskforce as part of preparations for a smooth electoral process.
Key Updates on Election Preparations
- Ballot Paper Deployment:
- Ballot papers have already been delivered to police armories in 13 regions.
- Deployment for the Northern, Bono, and Bono East Regions is ongoing and will be completed by the end of the day.
- Biometric Verification Devices:
The EC plans to deploy all biometric verification devices to polling stations nationwide by the weekend, ensuring adequate time for readiness checks before the election. - Voters’ Registers:
All voter registers have been prepared and distributed across the country.
Statements from Key Officials
- Jean Mensa, Chairperson of the EC:
She reaffirmed the commission’s preparedness for the election, ensuring the delivery of critical materials and collaboration with security agencies.“As we speak, all our registers have been prepared and disseminated across the country. The remaining ballot papers will be delivered to police armories this afternoon.”
- Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, Head of the National Election Security Taskforce:
He assured the public of the security agencies’ commitment to maintaining peace and protecting all stakeholders throughout the election process.“We will protect every Ghanaian and every stakeholder in this election to ensure it is executed peacefully for the benefit of the nation.”
Readiness for a Peaceful Election
The collaboration between the EC and the National Election Security Taskforce underlines a focused effort to ensure a credible, efficient, and peaceful electoral process.
With all ballot papers and verification devices expected to be deployed on schedule, the EC has emphasized its commitment to delivering an election that reflects the will of the Ghanaian people.
Stakeholders and the general public are urged to remain calm and cooperate with authorities as the final stages of preparation are completed.
