The Electoral Commission of Ghana has addressed concerns regarding an error discovered on a voter registration slip.
The slip, which surfaced on social media, displayed conflicting information, indicating that the individual registered in Kasoa, Central Region, while listing the district as Ayawaso North in the Greater Accra Region.
However, the Commission assured the public that such errors do not nullify a bearer’s eligibility to vote, emphasizing that the mistake solely affects the registration slip and not the Voter’s ID Card.
The Commission, through a communique signed by acting Director of Public Relations, Mr. Michael Boadu, reiterated its commitment to delivering a credible, free, and fair general election on December 7 and beyond, urging citizens to maintain confidence in the Commission’s mandate.
Portions of the statement read, “The attention of the Electoral Commission has been drawn to a Registration Slip circulating on social media, indicating that the bearer of the Registration Slip registered at Kasoa in the Central Region.
“The Registration Slip however gives the bearer’s district as Ayawaso North in the Greater Accra Region.
“This error does not appear on the Applicant’s Voter’s ID Card. It reflects on the Registration Slip vhich only serves as a reference, should an Applicant seek to replace his/her Voter ID Card.”
Amidst concerns over voter registration slip discrepancies, the Electoral Commission of Ghana has moved to allay fears, affirming that such errors do not impact a voter’s eligibility.
The Commission clarified that while the slip indicated conflicting details regarding the registration location and district, it does not affect the validity of the Voter’s ID Card.
The Commission emphasized that the registration slip serves as a reference for potential replacements of the ID card in the future. Reassuring citizens of its preparedness for the upcoming general elections.
“We entreat citizens to remain steadfast and repose their confidence and trust in the Commission to deliver on its mandate,” the commission stated.
