The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has categorically rejected the re-collated parliamentary election results declared by the Electoral Commission (EC) for several constituencies.
In a strongly worded statement issued on Sunday, the party accused the EC of engaging in illegal practices that undermine Ghana’s democratic principles and subvert the sovereign will of the people.
According to the NDC, the results, declared under what it described as “questionable and illegal circumstances,” represent a grave betrayal of Ghana’s democracy.
The party also criticized the EC Chairperson, Jean Mensa, alleging that her leadership has been marked by illegality and impunity.
“The Electoral Commission, by its actions, has compromised its mandate and deepened public mistrust in the institution,” the statement read.
The NDC vowed to hold those responsible accountable, warning that electoral crimes have no statute of limitations.
The party further alleged collusion between the Electoral Commission, the police, and the military, accusing these institutions of facilitating the unlawful manipulation of election outcomes.
It described this alleged “unholy alliance” as a significant threat to the credibility of Ghana’s democracy.
The NDC expressed disappointment with the silence of the National Peace Council and other moral bodies on the matter.
It also called on the international community to take note of what it termed the “dangerous and unlawful actions” of the EC, warning that these actions could destabilize the country’s peace and democratic progress.
Despite its strong condemnation, the NDC commended its members for maintaining peace and avoiding confrontation in the face of what it described as intimidation and oppression by security forces.
The party reaffirmed its commitment to defending the will of the people and ensuring justice prevails.
The statement concluded with a call for the government and the EC to respect the voices of Ghanaians as expressed during the December 7 elections.
The NDC pledged to continue mobilizing its supporters to resist any attempt to overturn what it claims is the legitimate mandate of the people.
Signed by the party’s General Secretary, Hon. Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, the NDC vowed to remain steadfast in its mission to restore the integrity of Ghana’s electoral process and safeguard the country’s democratic principles.
Meanwhile, in a dramatic turn of events, the Electoral Commission (EC) declared the New Patriotic Party (NPP) victorious in seven of the disputed parliamentary constituencies.
The declarations were made by the EC’s Returning Officers at various collation centers after the re-collation process, which was mandated by a ruling from the Accra High Court.
The results confirm NPP candidates as the winners in seven fiercely contested constituencies.
