Ensuring Free and Fair Elections: Ghana’s 2024 Electoral Process

Fred Tetteh, the Deputy Head of Research at the Electoral Commission (EC), has reassured eligible voters who have misplaced their voter cards that they can still participate in the election.

 

He explained that these voters should go to their designated polling station and inform the EC’s verification officer of their situation. After confirming their identity, they will be permitted to vote. Tetteh emphasized that as long as the voter’s identity is successfully verified at the polling station, they will be allowed to cast their ballot.

 

As the country prepares for this significant day, all eyes will be on the Electoral Commission (EC) and its efforts to ensure a smooth and credible electoral process.

 

An estimated 18,774,159 registered voters are set to head to 40,976 polling stations across the nation to cast their ballots. Voters will elect a President and 275 Members of Parliament, who will steer the country’s governance for the next four years. The EC’s readiness and efficiency will play a vital role in ensuring the success of this election.

 

This election is expected to be one of the most closely observed in recent years, as Ghana’s democracy—widely regarded as one of Africa’s most stable—faces another critical test.

 

In the presidential race, the main contenders are:

 

The Incumbent: Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), aiming to continue the party’s policies and drive economic transformation.

 

The Former President: John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), seeking a return to power with a focus on inclusivity and infrastructure development.

 

The Defector: Alan Kyeremanten, a long-time presidential hopeful and former member of the NPP, who broke away after failing to secure the party’s nomination.

 

The New Kid on the Block: Nana Kwame Bediako, a real estate developer and businessman with big plans for empowering the youth and introducing a fresh perspective to Ghanaian politics.

 

Other Aspirants: Smaller parties and independent candidates, each presenting their own vision for the future of Ghana.

 

 

The Electoral Commission has reassured Ghanaians of its preparedness, confirming that all necessary election materials have been distributed and that contingency plans are in place to handle any unforeseen challenges. Furthermore, security forces have been deployed across the country to ensure order and safeguard the integrity of the election process.