The live blog from 3News provides comprehensive coverage of the ongoing 2024 Ghana elections, detailing key developments and voter experiences.
As a results gabsfeed.com give you a break down of the recent events in the 2024 Ghana elections
Eligible voters who have lost their voter cards can still vote by visiting their polling stations and informing the Electoral Commission (EC) verification officer, who will verify their identity and allow them to cast their ballots
1. Approximately 18.8 million registered voters are expected to participate across 40,976 polling stations, electing a President and 275 Members of Parliament
Key presidential candidates include
- Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia (NPP): The incumbent Vice President focusing on economic transformation.
- John Dramani Mahama (NDC): Former President aiming for inclusivity and infrastructure development.
- Alan Kyeremanten: A former NPP member running independently after not securing the party’s nomination.
- Nana Kwame Bediako: A new contender with a focus on youth empowerment.
- Various smaller party candidates and independents1.
The EC has confirmed readiness for the elections, with all materials distributed and security forces deployed nationwide. However, some polling stations have faced issues, such as delays due to malfunctioning verification machines and the absence of presiding officers, leading to voter frustration
notable incidents include:
- The arrest of a polling station agent for alleged double voting1.
- An EC official arrested for issuing incorrect ballot papers in Bono East.
- Allegations of ballot stuffing denied by MP Mavis Hawa Koomson1.
Prominent political figures have cast their votes, including President Akufo-Addo and NDC candidate John Mahama, who expressed optimism about the electoral process
The situation remains dynamic as the country navigates this crucial electoral period
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K Fosu The Informant is a lifestyle blogger with 6 years' experience in content and web development. He is a Google keyword planner, SEO analyst, an influencer and entrepreneur who holds BA Degree from Ghana's Premier University.
