ACCRA, Ghana, 12th October: Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Dr Joseph Kwaku Asamoah Esq, has assured Ghanaians that the Commission will work to ensure that every vote counts in determining the country’s political future.
He said their primary responsibility is to the people of Ghana, whose sovereignty is recognised under Article 1 of the 1992 Constitution.
Dr Asamoah gave the assurance in the appreciation speech following his swearing-in alongside Emelia Afi Agbenyo at the Presidency.
He emphasised that free, fair and credible elections remain fundamental to every democratic society and that the Electoral Commission has a solemn responsibility to protect the electoral rights of citizens.
“Our first and foremost responsibility, Mr. President, and loyalty is to the people of this country, in whom, under Article I of the 1992 Constitution, the sovereignty of this nation resides,” he stated.
Addressing Ghanaians, he underscored the importance of voting as a means through which citizens exercise their democratic power.
“Fellow Ghanians, your vote is your voice and your future, and yes, it must be made to count, and it will count,” he said.
Dr Asamoah pledged that the authority entrusted to the new deputy Chairpersons would not be used to suppress public criticism of the Commission or oppress its staff.
He said the leadership would instead work collectively with the institution’s personnel to implement electoral policies and reforms capable of strengthening Ghana’s democratic development.
According to him, the work of the Commission would be guided by zero tolerance for partisan political interests and complete commitment to the national interest.
He cited Article 45 of the 1992 Constitution as the provision defining the EC’s mandate and said the new leadership took its responsibilities seriously.
Dr Asamoah further pledged that they will work with the Commission’s staff and key stakeholders to review electoral processes and pursue continuous improvements.
He called on Ghanaians to participate in the electoral process, engage with the Commission and offer constructive criticism to help strengthen the institution.
He maintained that the credibility of elections depends on a collective commitment to the rule of law, fairness and the principle that every Ghanaian matters.
Story by: Emmanuel Romeo Tetteh(#RomeoWrites✍️)/ Presidential Affairs Correspondent | Ghana 🇬🇭