Clara Kowlaga Beeri Kasser-Tee, the Chairperson of the Constitutional Review Committee, has criticized the Electoral Commission (EC) for its inconsistent actions, which she argues have fueled public dissatisfaction.
Speaking on the issue, Kasser-Tee expressed concern about the lack of clarity and consistency in the EC’s handling of the election process.
“If you say this is the only circumstance under which we do re-collation, but in another instance, you act differently and fail to demonstrate the distinction, you create room for people to be dissatisfied,” she said.
Kasser-Tee emphasized the importance of following clear and consistent procedures to maintain public trust in the electoral system.
“For me, it’s the procedure that is important. When there is clarity and consistency in the process, disputes often don’t even arise,” she added in an interview on Joy News.
She also questioned why the EC did not oppose the allegations in court. “I was curious why the EC didn’t oppose these allegations in court. If you are amenable to doing what you are supposed to do, why not demonstrate it?” she said, suggesting that the Commission’s failure to act in line with established procedures raised doubts about its transparency.
The law expert further pointed out that citizens should not have to resort to expensive litigation to compel the EC to do its job.
“People shouldn’t need to go through the expense of litigation to get the EC to act,” she remarked.
According to Kasser-Tee, the EC must clearly demonstrate that its actions are based on the law and fairness. “The EC must demonstrate clearly that its actions are grounded in law and fairness. Anything less invites unnecessary dissatisfaction,” she concluded.
Her comments come after the Supreme Court quashed results in the re-collation of votes in Tema Central, Ablekuma North, Techiman South, and Okaikwei Central in the 2024 parliamentary elections.
The apex court added that the order does not affect Ahafo Ano North and Nsawam Adoagyiri results.
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