You Don’t Have Absolute Independence from the Citizens –Peace Council Warns Jean Mensah
Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Jean Mensah has been warned by the National Peace Council to cease and desist from hiding behind the independence of the Commission and heed sound advice.
Member of the Peace Council, Maulvi Mohammed Bin Salih, emphasized that while the Electoral Commission (EC) is an independent body, this autonomy should not serve as justification for disregarding advice and counsel.
Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the launch of the National Elections Response Group, Maulvi noted that the EC’s success or failure can make or unmake Ghana in the 2024 general elections.
“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”, he said.
“They should not, under any circumstances, hide behind the independence to refuse to consult and listen.”
“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.”
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