The National Peace Council has cautioned the Electoral Commission (EC) against misusing its independence ahead of the December elections.
The Council emphasized that the EC should be open to suggestions that could ensure the elections are free, fair, and transparent.
Speaking at the launch of the National Elections Response Group, Council member Malvi Mohammed Bin Salih urged the EC to consider diverse opinions.
He stressed that while the EC is independent, it must still heed the advice of Ghanaians and elders.
“Independent they are, yes. But that doesn’t stop them from listening to Ghanaians, listening to the wisdom of our elders, and so on and so forth. They should not, under any circumstances, hide behind the independence to refuse to consult and listen.”
Bin Salih warned that the EC’s actions could either unify and advance Ghana or cause significant harm, for which future generations would not forgive them.
“If they put their act together and do it well, they can put Ghana together and they can place Ghana on a pedestal of peace and progress. But if they don’t act well, they can also break Ghana and posterity will not forgive them if it so happens.”
