Former Nigerian president and leader of the West African Elders Forum (WAEF), Jonathan Goodluck, has expressed optimism in the capabilities of Ghana's Electoral Commission ahead of the general elections.

According to a report by channel1news.com, he shared this with the media following a series of high-level meetings with key election stakeholders, including the Electoral Commission and the Ghana Police Service.

He reiterated the key role the electoral management body and the security services play in the success of any elections.

“For elections to be successful, two institutions are critical. The electoral management body, which is sharing the recommendation of Ghana, then the security. Today, we met with the Inspector General, the police, and the EC team; of course, we’ve just finished the meeting. So, we had a robust discussion about this, with her, and we’ve seen the passion they have, the commitment they have to conduct successful elections, and what they have done so far, which is key.

“We had interactions with a number of people before coming here and all the issues they raised which we put across are explained perfectly. We have no iota of doubt about the competence and the willingness of the commission to do what is right come the December elections. Ghana, we must also use this opportunity to congratulate all of you in terms of democratic practice in Africa," he remarked.

He also acknowledged Ghana's strong reputation in Africa, stating, "Ghana is rated highly. Yes, there are issues, but Ghana is rated highly and we believe that the next election will even push Ghana. You will not disappoint West Africa. You will not disappoint Africa, especially young people like you.”

The Commissioner of the Electoral Commission of Ghana, Jean Mensa, further assured the public that the EC is poised to conduct credible, transparent, and peaceful elections.

“I think it should assure us, and I believe that you know, we, over the last few months, you know, our processes, we’ve demonstrated to the public that, you know, we are poised and ready to undertake credible, transparent, peaceful, and fair elections and come December 2024, and our processes have shown that. So we are ready,” she added.

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