The NDC has rejected the Electoral Commission’s suggestion to move the election schedule from December 7 to November 7.
The idea was presented during the latest Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting on Monday, January 22, 2024.
The Electoral Commission not only proposed a change in the election date, but also advised that election days be declared national holidays.
However, the NDC, through its Director of Elections, Dr. Omane Boamah, has rejected the plan, stating the party’s vehement opposition to any changes to the existing election timeframe.
In response to the request, Dr. Omane Boamah reiterated the party’s commitment to keeping the present election date and encouraged the Electoral Commission to conduct a thorough evaluation of the electoral process.
He emphasized the necessity of open and appropriate discourse in addressing any problems or changes to the election system.
Despite the NDC’s solid opposition to modifying the election date, Dr. Omane Boamah emphasized the party’s openness to participate in negotiations concerning voting on prayer or worship days.
He gave evidence to back his claim that voting on prayer or worship days had no negative impact on total election turnout.
Below is Dr. Omane Boamah’s response
On IPAC matters, for the avoidance of doubt:
1. We (NDC) do not support the November date for elections.
2. Instead of cherry-picking, we (NDC) call for a comprehensive review of the electoral process through inclusive and proper dialogue; we already submitted our proposals to the EC.
3. On voting on prayer/worship days, we (NDC) are open to discussions.
NB: Details of Election Years, Days, & Voter Turnout since 1992
Year | Day | Turnout |
1992 Tuesday 50.16 %
1996 Saturday 78.20%
2000 Thursday 61.74%
2004 Tuesday 85.12%
2008 Sunday 71.00%
2012 Friday 79.43%
2016 Wednesday 69.25%
2020 Monday 78.89%