No Forensic Audit, No Election: A Call for Transparency in Ghana's 2024 Elections.


In the aftermath of the recent Electoral Commission (EC) Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting, serious concerns have emerged regarding the transparency of Ghana's upcoming 2024 elections. Dr. Agnes Ayisha, founder and leader of the Liberation National Youth for Change, has voiced strong reservations about the electoral process, following discussions led by EC Commissioner Mrs. Jean Mensa.


The meeting, which aimed to address various issues related to the elections, saw Mrs. Mensa dismiss calls for a forensic audit of the electoral process, labeling the demand as "premature." This response has sparked criticism from Dr. Ayisha, who described the EC's stance as both dismissive and a diversion from the key issue at hand: ensuring transparency and integrity in the upcoming election.


In a statement, Dr. Ayisha emphasized that transparency is not something that can be compromised, especially in a democratic process. She argued that a forensic audit is essential to guarantee that all electoral procedures leading up to the 2024 election are above suspicion. "It raises questions about the EC’s commitment to a fair and credible election, particularly when transparency and accountability are fundamental to democratic processes," she noted.


Dr. Ayisha further suggested that involving international auditors could help bolster confidence in the election process. Independent auditors, she argued, would offer an impartial perspective, minimizing the risk of bias or manipulation and ensuring that the election is free, fair, and credible.


In her closing remarks, Dr. Ayisha and her team urged the Electoral Commission to reconsider its position on the forensic audit. She also called upon the international community to take an active interest in Ghana's 2024 elections, highlighting the importance of safeguarding the country's democratic values.


With these concerns raised, the push for transparency and accountability in the electoral process is expected to remain a prominent issue as the 2024 elections draw closer.


Story by Mizpah Ampem Darko.

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