Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia
The Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has called on all eligible voters to participate in the ongoing Limited Voter Registration exercise.
This exercise commenced today Tuesday, September 12, and will run until October 2, 2023.
All Electoral Commission district offices across the country are opened for the exercise, despite the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and four other political parties seeking an injunction against the exercise.
Dr. Bawumia highlighted the importance of voter registration in enabling citizens to exercise their democratic right to vote. He encouraged eligible Ghanaians, including those who have just turned 18 and adults who have not yet registered, to take advantage of the exercise to ensure their eligibility for the upcoming 2024 elections.
To register, eligible individuals must provide either their Ghana Card or Ghana Passport for identification.
In cases where applicants do not possess these identification documents, they can be vouched for by two registered voters to facilitate their registration.
The five political parties who filed a lawsuit against the EC’s decision to limit the voter registration exercise to its district offices argue that this may disenfranchise many eligible voters, particularly those in remote areas.
However, the EC is proceeding with the exercise, and eligible individuals are encouraged to visit their District Office of residence to register.
As Ghana prepares for the 2024 elections, Dr. Bawumia’s call for civic engagement and participation in the Limited Voter Registration exercise remains vital for all eligible voters to ensure their voices are heard.
By Vincent Kubi