The Presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has urged President John Mahama to appoint a successor to Dr. Kwadwo Afari Gyan who will restore confidence in the Electoral Commission.
Afari Gyan's successor must restore confidence in EC - Nana Addo
Nana Akufo-Addo has called for a broader consultation before appointing a new EC Chairman.
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The Chairman of the Electoral Commission of Ghana, Afari Gyan is set for retirement in June after heading the EC for 22 years.
However, Nana Addo has called for a wider consultation with various stakeholders before appointing the EC Chairman.
Political parties have also called for a person with integrity and impeccable record of achievement in the public service to be appointed.
“There is a need for a wider consultation in the appointment of the new EC boss,” Nana Addo said, adding “we need someone who will restore confidence in the EC”.
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