New EC deputy chair Joseph Kwaku Asamoah pledges to restore public trust in commission
Newly appointed Electoral Commission (EC) Deputy Chairperson Joseph Kwaku Asamoah has pledged to work towards restoring public confidence in the Commission, describing it as an obligation he and his colleagues must fulfil. Speaking after his appointment by President John Dramani Mahama, he said the Commission would work closely with its staff to review electoral processes … The post New EC deputy…
Joseph Kwaku Asamoah, the recently appointed Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), has vowed to work towards rebuilding public trust in the Commission. Speaking following his appointment by President John Dramani Mahama, he emphasized that restoring public confidence is a responsibility that he and his fellow officials must fulfill. Asamoah stated that the Commission would collaborate with its staff to assess electoral processes and strive for ongoing enhancements.
He stressed the Commission's commitment to carrying out its duties without bias or favor, highlighting that every Ghanaian is significant. Asamoah underscored the importance of restoring public trust, noting that the Commission's credibility has plummeted to its lowest point in over two decades. Drawing on data from Afrobarometer, he revealed that just 33% of Ghanaians expressed any level of trust in the Commission, a stark contrast to 75% in 2005 and 63% in 1999.
He described these figures as a clear call to action, asserting that rebuilding public confidence is not an option but a necessary obligation for the Commission.
Asamoah identified misinformation, disinformation, and fake news as significant challenges confronting electoral processes in contemporary times. He warned that false information could undermine political interests and exacerbate divisions within the country. To address this issue, he called for responsible use of new media to promote civic education and encourage public participation, particularly among the youth.
Asamoah underscored that credible elections are not solely the responsibility of the Electoral Commission but a collective national duty involving political parties, Parliament, the security services, the judiciary, civil society organizations, the media, and every citizen.
He urged all stakeholders to join forces with the Commission in enhancing Ghana's electoral processes and restoring public trust.
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