The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has vowed to file a Right to Information request to the Electoral Commission (EC) seeking information about the missing laptops and Biometric Verification Devices (BVD).
Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, the NDC Director of Elections, criticized the EC for not being transparent about the alleged theft, stating that key stakeholders should be informed of the full extent of the situation. He expressed skepticism about the EC’s reassurances that the missing items would not affect the integrity of the 2024 general elections.
In response to the Minority in Parliament’s call for action, Dr. Bossman Asare, the Deputy Chairman of the EC in charge of Corporate Services, downplayed the significance of the missing devices. He stated that the stolen laptops and BVDs have no impact on elections or the integrity of the electoral process.
However, Dr. Omane Boamah raised concerns about the missing BVDs, emphasizing that they have been missing for over a month and were only brought to public attention by NDC legislators. He insisted that there is a legitimate reason for worry and called for an independent audit of the EC’s IT system.
The EC confirmed that individuals suspected of involvement in the theft have been handed over to the police for investigation. Dr. Serebour Quaicoe, the Director of Electoral Services at the EC, emphasized that ensuring accountability for the stolen state property is essential.
The NDC’s decision to file an RTI request underscores the party’s commitment to transparency and accountability in the electoral process. The outcome of the investigation into the missing devices and the EC’s response to the NDC’s inquiries will be closely monitored as the country prepares for future elections.
