In a bid to ensure violence-free elections, the National Election Security Task Force (NESTF) has engaged with the Commonwealth Observer Group mission in Ghana.
The meeting, led by the immediate past president of Botswana, His Excellency Mokgweetsi Masisi, aimed to brief the observer group on the task force’s preparations and arrangements for the upcoming elections.
Dr. George Akufo Dampare, representing the NESTF, emphasized the importance of a peaceful and secure electoral process. He appealed to the observer group to carry out their duties in a manner that does not compromise the operations of the election security task force.
The NESTF reiterated its commitment to ensuring that the security agencies remain fair, firm, and professional throughout the electoral process. This assurance is crucial in maintaining the trust of Ghanaians and international observers in the electoral process.
The leader of the Commonwealth observer group mission in Ghana, Mokgweetsi Masisi, has praised the National Election Security Task Force (NESTF) for their exceptional work in ensuring a secure electoral process.Masisi, who is also the former president of Botswana, noted that Ghana’s election security arrangements are among the best in Africa.
H.E. Masisi expressed his optimism that Ghanaians will witness a successful election, citing the task force’s engagements with stakeholders as a key factor in the electoral process. His comments come ahead of Ghana’s general elections, scheduled for December 7, 2024.
As the leader of the Commonwealth observer group mission, Masisi’s endorsement of Ghana’s election security arrangements carries significant weight. His team’s observation mission aims to provide an impartial assessment of Ghana’s electoral process, promoting transparency, accountability, and fairness.
Source: Bernard K Dadzie, Greater Accra Region
