The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has reiterated its commitment to using its victory in the December 7 polls as a platform to propel Ghana toward progress.
Speaking to the media at the party’s headquarters on Sunday, December 8, NDC General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, said the party remains focused on serving the nation responsibly with its newly secured mandate.
He also urged the Electoral Commission (EC) to ensure that the declaration of results is not unnecessarily delayed.
“We have secured a very significant majority and a majority that we aim to use responsibly and for the progress of the people of Ghana.
“We will urge the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Jean Mensa, and her team to make sure the declaration is not unduly delayed because we know for a fact that nothing can be done about it because it is already in the bag.”
Meanwhile, the EC has called on Ghanaians to exercise patience as the nation awaits the official declaration of the 2024 election results.
EC Chairperson, Mrs. Jean Mensa, urged citizens to trust the commission to fulfil its mandate efficiently and transparently.
She attributed delays in declaring the 2024 election results to disruptions caused by attacks on EC officers and the destruction of election logistics.
She appealed to political party supporters to desist from interfering with the collation process.
“Some supporters, in their anxiety and excitement, have besieged collation centres, obstructing our officers and, in some cases, destroying essential equipment,” Mrs. Mensa revealed.
She assured the public that the necessary steps are being taken to ensure an accurate collation of results.
“It has been 23 hours since voting concluded, and counting commenced immediately at various polling stations and regional collation centres. We are taking our time to ensure everything is done correctly so collation can begin tomorrow,” Mrs. Mensa stated.
