EC Chair to Face Parliament Over Ballot Printing, Withheld Ablekuma North Results

The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, is expected to appear before Parliament in the coming days to respond to pressing questions surrounding the printing of ballot papers and the delayed declaration of results in the Ablekuma North constituency.

The summons follows growing concern among Members of Parliament (MPs), civil society groups, and the general public regarding allegations of irregularities in ballot printing processes and the unexplained withholding of results from the crucial Ablekuma North electoral area during the recent polls.

Minority MPs are demanding full transparency and accountability, questioning the EC’s procurement methods, the role of third-party printers, and the legal framework under which the Commission operated during the electoral process. The delay in releasing the Ablekuma North results has also raised eyebrows, with political parties and election observers calling for clarity and a swift resolution.

Deputy Minority Leader Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah stated on the floor of Parliament: “The EC owes it to the people of Ghana to ensure not only that elections are free and fair, but also that they are seen to be so. The opacity surrounding the printing and the missing results undermines public trust.”

The Electoral Commission has yet to issue an official explanation for the delay, but insiders suggest technical issues or internal disputes may have contributed to the situation. Parliament’s inquiry will seek to establish the facts, determine whether electoral laws were breached, and recommend any necessary reforms or sanctions.

Jean Mensa’s appearance is seen as a critical moment for electoral accountability and transparency in Ghana. The outcome of the parliamentary session could have far-reaching implications for future elections, especially as the country prepares for upcoming district assembly and national elections.

Ghanaians await with keen interest, as Parliament moves to uphold democratic processes and ensure the integrity of electoral outcomes.