To Asamoah & Agbenyo: The Two Newly Appointed EC Officials Must Be Careful Ahead Of The 2028 Elections

Since the appointment of Emelia Afi Agbenyo and Dr. Joseph Kwaku Asamoah to work at the office of the Electoral Commission, they have found themselves at the center of a political storm. Calls for Afi’s resignation have grown louder, with critics insisting she must step aside to “protect the integrity” of the Electoral Commission.

However, these demands are not rooted in national interest. They are rooted in political strategy, a strategy designed to weaken the EC and preserve the influence of those who benefited from its past dysfunction. For eight years, under the NPP administration, Ghana witnessed a level of institutional decay that shook public confidence.

Widespread corruption, money laundering, reckless governance, and state looting left the country in economic and moral crisis. The party knows that Ghanaians have not forgotten this painful chapter. They know that winning the 2028 elections under a fair, transparent, and independent electoral system will be extremely difficult. That is why they are desperate to remove any new officials who might prevent rigging within the EC.

The demand for Afi Agbenyo’s resignation is not about protecting democracy. It is about protecting the political advantage the NPP once enjoyed. Jean Mensa, the current EC Chair, is widely perceived as aligned with the party. Removing Afi would make it easier for partisan influence to continue unchecked. The selective pressure, attacking Afi while ignoring Jean Mensa, exposes the true motive behind these calls.

The NPP has nothing about patriotism; it is fear of losing power again and continuing their opposition is what is haunting them. Beyond the political calculations, there is a deeper concern that cannot be ignored. Ghana’s political environment has become increasingly hostile, especially toward individuals who stand in the way of partisan interests.

While no one is suggesting that Afi Agbenyo or Dr. Asamoah will be threatened, it is important that they take their personal security seriously. History has shown that under the NPP government, the protection of human life was not prioritized. The tragic deaths of journalist Ahmed Hussein‑Suale, MP J.B. Danquah‑Adu, and Deputy Finance Minister John Kumah remain painful reminders of how violence and intimidation were allowed to fester without proper investigation or accountability.

For this reason, the two newly appointed EC officials must remain alert. Their roles are crucial to restoring trust in Ghana’s electoral process. They must carry out their duties with integrity, neutrality, and caution, ensuring that no external pressure compromises the fairness of the 2028 elections. Ghana cannot afford another period where electoral credibility is questioned or where partisan influence overshadows national interest.

Why Mahama Must Stand Firm
President John Dramani Mahama must ignore the politically motivated calls for Afi Agbenyo’s resignation. Removing her would not strengthen democracy; it would weaken it. It would hand back control of the Electoral Commission to those who have already demonstrated their willingness to manipulate institutions for partisan gain.

Ghana is rebuilding, restoring trust, and charting a new path of accountability and development. Allowing Afi to remain in office supports that progress and ensures that the reforms already underway continue without disruption.

Mahama’s leadership has opened a new chapter for Ghana, one focused on fairness, stability, and national renewal. Keeping Afi Agbenyo in her position is essential to protecting that progress and safeguarding the integrity of the 2028 elections. Ghana needs courage, not capitulation. It needs leaders who will defend the nation’s future, not surrender it to those who once destroyed it.