{
  "id": 14919286,
  "title": "CODEO calls for Emelia Agbenyo’s resignation over alleged partisan ties",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/codeo-calls-for-emelia-agbenyos-resignation-over-alleged-partisan-ties",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T08:59:23.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/codeo-calls-for-emelia-agbenyos-resignation-over-alleged-partisan-ties/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has urged Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Emelia Agbenyo, to resign due to her alleged partisan ties. This call comes after CODEO found evidence of her involvement in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) 2024 election campaign, which raises concerns about her impartiality. CODEO stated that such political engagements could undermine public perceptions of the EC's neutrality. The activist, who was sworn in on October 12, 2026, can be seen on social media supporting the NDC, sharing videos featuring NDC presidential candidate John Dramani Mahama, and posting critical remarks about the government. CODEO, which comprises over 41 member organizations, has consistently advocated for a broader and more consultative process for appointing EC members. They argue that the Council of State needs to establish transparent processes for how it discharges its constitutional responsibilities.",
  "summary": "The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has called on Emelia Affi Agbenyo to resign as Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), citing concerns about her past political activities and their potential impact on public confidence in the Commission’s impartiality. In a statement, CODEO also urged President John Dramani Mahama to demonstrate consistency with […]",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Starr FM",
        "title": "Emelia Agbenyo’s appointment could undermine public confidence in EC – CODEO calls for resignation",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/emelia-agbenyos-appointment-could-undermine-public-confidence-in-ec",
        "published": "2026-10-16T07:43:05.000Z"
      }
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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."
}