In a significant development for the electoral landscape in the Ashanti Region, officials of the Electoral Commission (EC) have initiated steps to reverse approximately 580 names from the Manhyia South voter register. This action follows a court order issued by the Kumasi Magistrate Court, which addressed concerns raised by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) regarding irregularities in the voter registration process.
The NPP, during a recent voter transfer exercise, identified several discrepancies within the voter register that prompted them to seek legal intervention. The court, presided over by Her Worship Deborah Gyaawa Donkor, ruled on Tuesday that the EC must revert the affected voters to their original constituencies, thus ensuring compliance with electoral regulations.
Alhaji Haruna Alhassan, the NPP Manhyia South Constituency Secretary, emphasized the party's commitment to monitoring the situation closely. He urged other NPP stronghold constituencies to conduct thorough checks to uncover any potential anomalies within their own voter registers.
"The irregularities we noted during the transfer process were concerning," Alhassan stated. "We observed that certain transfers to our constituency were atypical. Despite our awareness, the legal framework limited our immediate recourse. However, during the exhibition period, we discovered that five or six polling stations out of 107 in Manhyia South had experienced abnormal transfers."
A notable instance cited by Alhassan involved approximately 150 transfers to St. Louis Training College of Education. The NPP took decisive action by bringing this matter before the court, appearing five times to advocate for a resolution. Ultimately, the court's ruling mandated that the 580 individuals who had been transferred to Manhyia South during this period be returned to their original voting locations.
As the EC moves forward with implementing this court order, Alhaji Haruna Alhassan reassured constituents of the NPP's vigilance in ensuring that electoral integrity is upheld. "We are committed to following up on this matter and ensuring that the necessary corrections are made," he affirmed.
This case underscores the importance of maintaining transparency and accuracy within electoral processes, reinforcing the need for ongoing scrutiny and accountability in voter registration practices. As the EC navigates these changes, it remains crucial for political parties and citizens alike to remain engaged and informed about developments that impact their democratic rights.
-source citinewsroom | curated by Tetteh Belinda | Mydailyreports24
0 Comments