The Ghana Police service has issue a warning to individuals with intension of engaging in an activity that may disrupt the 2024 general elections.
The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced that it will begin the process of replacing voter ID Cards from Thursday, May 30, to Friday, June 14.
During this same timeframe, the transfer of votes and applications for proxy voting will also be accepted.
The activities will take place in EC district offices, selected electoral areas, and public universities.
It’s important to note that it is a criminal offence for a guarantor to vouch for more than 10 people, non-Ghanaians, and individuals who are under 18 years of age.
In preparation for the December 2024 polls, the EC had previously disclosed plans to update the voter register.
This update is set to start on May 7 and conclude on May 27, 2024. The goal is to ensure that newly eligible voters, specifically those who have recently turned 18, can be added to the voter register.
Moreover, those who are over 18 years old but have not yet registered for a voter’s ID card will be given the chance to do so during this period.
Speaking at a meeting with the council of state, the Inspector General of Police IGP Dr. George Akufo Dampare stressed that, the service will not compromise on its traditional mandate as it carries out its duties during the election period.
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Story by: Osei Akoto (Teacher Kojo) #Ahotoronline.com
