The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Election Committee has released rules for the special delegates meeting that will take place on Saturday, August 26.
According to the party, the Electoral Commission has been given complete control over the electoral process, with the primary duty of ensuring an impartial, open, and transparent election.
Additionally, it said that the police have sole authority to oversee security-related issues and that only legitimately accredited delegates, aspirants, committee members, or their representatives, and aspirants' agents are permitted entry outside of security perimeters.
In a statement, Committee Secretary Wilaim Yemo Amaoh said, "We kindly urge delegates to carry their identification cards and to verify their names at the initial security checkpoint."
Delegates are strongly recommended to follow all election laws, regulations, and norms on Saturday, August 26, 2023, according to the statement's additional language.
“It is essential to note that publicly displaying cast ballots constitutes a criminal offense. We hereby serve notice that those who violate this provision shall be subjected to legal repercussions in accordance with the law. Delegates are hereby informed that any cast ballots publicly displayed will be rejected.
“We wish to further emphasize that there will be no congress on the day of voting, and voting will be strictly walk-in. Considering this, it is anticipated that there will be no provision for a public address or occasion for any National Party Executive, government representative, or regional executive to publicly address delegates on the day of the voting.
We wish to reassure all relevant parties, including stakeholders, delegates, aspirants, and the public that with these guidelines in place, no individual can decipher the voting preferences and patterns of specific voters after the voting process concludes. This measure guarantees the integrity and confidentiality of the voting exercise.”
Regarding accreditation for the media and observers, the NPP said ”
There won't be a particular accreditation process for observers and the media. At the numerous voting locations, the police will make it easier for everyone to walk about.
"We would like to reaffirm our commitment to conducting free, fair, and transparent elections devoid of prejudice, fear, or favor. So, we require everyone's participation.
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