The Electoral Commission (EC) is scheduled to convene with various political parties today, Monday, January 29, at its Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting to further discuss the proposed change of date for the general elections.
The proposed adjustment entails moving the date for both Presidential and Parliamentary elections from December 7 to November 7. This proposal has sparked differing opinions among political parties.
The Opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has expressed opposition to the proposed date change, citing concerns that the timeline may not provide the EC with sufficient time to organize a seamless and incident-free election.
Conversely, sources within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have indicated that the party's leadership is deliberating on the matter before reaching a final decision.
In a recent development, the NDC has announced the reversal of its decision to boycott IPAC meetings. The party conveyed this decision in a statement dated Sunday, January 28, 2024, signed by its General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey.
IPAC meetings serve as a platform for political parties to review election-related activities and policies, formally address their grievances, and contribute constructive insights. Additionally, IPAC functions as an advisory body to the Electoral Commission.
The NDC's previous boycott of IPAC meetings in 2021 was attributed to perceived bias and lack of transparency in the conduct of the 2020 general elections. However, the recent statement from the NDC indicates a reversal of this stance following what it described as "enhanced consensus-building."
The upcoming IPAC meeting is expected to provide a forum for robust discussions and deliberations as all parties involved work towards ensuring a transparent and effective electoral process.
-By Lilian Quashi | Mydailyreports24
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