{
  "id": 14444553,
  "title": "Mahama’s Obnoxious EC Game-Plan",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/mahamas-obnoxious-ec-game-plan",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-14T11:20:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Guide Network",
    "slug": "daily-guide-network",
    "url": "https://dailyguidenetwork.com/mahamas-obnoxious-ec-game-plan/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President John Mahama's recent appointment decisions to the Electoral Commission (EC) have raised serious concerns among Ghanaians. Some believe these appointments are part of a diversionary tactic to distract from the cocaine and visa scandals plaguing his government. Others argue they breach the standards of public opinion and democratic principles. These controversial appointments include Dr. Bossman Eric Asare, with no political affiliations, and Ms. Emelia Afi Agbenyo, who holds a Deputy Chairperson position within the EC. The integrity and competence of these appointees remain highly questionable. The appointments of individuals with hidden backgrounds and questionable pasts continue to cast doubt on the integrity of the EC. The political environment surrounding these appointments promises to be a thrilling and unpredictable journey, with much more to come in the coming days.",
  "summary": "What informed the decision of President John Mahama to make such despicable appointments to the Electoral Commission (EC) is anything but good-intentioned? Some prying Ghanaians think it is intended Read More... The post Mahama’s Obnoxious EC Game-Plan appeared first on DailyGuide Network .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}