The Minority Caucus in Ghana’s Parliament has formally petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) regarding the prolonged delay in declaring the parliamentary election results for the Ablekuma North constituency. This action comes amidst growing concerns over the constituency’s lack of representation since the December 2024 general elections.
Despite a High Court ruling mandating the Electoral Commission (EC) to finalize the collation process and directing the Ghana Police Service to provide essential security, the police have reportedly not cooperated, citing concerns about potential disruptions.
Ablekuma North has remained without a declared Member of Parliament for an extended period, a situation that has ignited worries about its implications for democratic governance. The Electoral Commission had previously attempted to conduct the collation but faced obstruction due to reported threats and acts of intimidation.
Led by Minority Chief Whip Frank Anoh Dompreh, the caucus is demanding that the Ghana Police Service deploy sufficient security personnel to the EC. This deployment, they state, is crucial to ensure the peaceful and lawful conclusion of the collation and declaration process.
The petition underscores that the absence of a declared MP for Ablekuma North constitutes a significant breach of the constitutional right to representation, as guaranteed by the 1992 Constitution.
The Minority Caucus urged the police to act promptly and in good faith to restore public confidence in Ghana’s democratic processes. The petition stresses the critical need for the police to prioritize the security of the Electoral Commission and facilitate the timely declaration of election results.
COP Daniel Afriyie, who received the petition, declined to make a statement.
Story By: Eugenia Ewoenam Osei
