Election 2024: PNC goes to court to overturn EC disqualification

In a bold move, the People’s National Convention (PNC) has signaled its intent to initiate legal proceedings against the Electoral Commission (EC) following the party's recent disqualification from participating in the upcoming presidential elections.

The National Youth Organizer of the PNC, Mr. Mark Ewussi, made this announcement during a radio interview on Ash FM in Kumasi, emphasizing the party's dissatisfaction with the Commission's decision.

According to Mr. Ewussi, the PNC followed all necessary protocols regarding the submission of their presidential nomination forms, as stipulated under electoral laws.

He asserted that the party completed all required forms accurately and submitted them in accordance with the rules.

However, he noted that after the initial submission, the EC notified the party of certain anomalies, which they promptly corrected.

Ewussi expressed disbelief and frustration when the Commission decided to disqualify the PNC on the final day of the nomination period.

He pointed out that electoral laws provide political parties with an additional five days to rectify any discrepancies in their nomination papers.

The timing of the disqualification, he argued, negated the party's chance to make necessary adjustments and raised questions about the Commission's commitment to fair electoral practices.

Highlighting the gravity of the EC's alleged missteps, Ewussi voiced concern over what he termed the irresponsible handling of the nomination process by the Commission.

He criticized the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Jean Mensa, accusing her of undermining political parties through negligence and hypocrisy.

“The integrity of our political system is at stake,” he stated, reiterating that the PNC would not back down from seeking justice.

Ewussi also made it clear that the PNC is not just advocating for its own interests but for the broader democratic process in Ghana.

He implored other political parties facing similar challenges to unite in advocating for transparency and fairness from the Commission.