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AU Mission congratulates EC for credible elections
The Mission however, acknowledged the timely delivery of electoral materials to various polling stations ahead of the elections.
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The Mission has urged stakeholders to ensure a peaceful post-election environment.
Former President of Namibia, Hifikepunye Pohamba who led the AU Mission to observe the elections in Ghana said the EC was adequately prepared for the 2016 polls and adhered to the Electoral calendar.
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Addressing the press, "The AU mission takes note of the effort by the Electoral Commission to ensure transparent and credible elections in the 2016 elections through its implementation of necessary reforms and engagement with stakeholders throughout the process.
"The mission observes that the EC was adequately prepared for the 2016 polls and adhered to the electoral calendar. Despite delays in some regions, the mission notes the timely delivery of electoral materials to various polling stations and to some polling stations ahead of the election."
Mr Pohamba added that "The AU commends Ghana as a strong and independent institution for dealing with disputes, especially the judiciary for adjudicating electoral disputes, and the National Peace Council for creating an enabling environment for a generally peaceful 2016 election.
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"While the mission notes that the electoral process is yet to be completed, it calls on leaders of these institutions to continue playing positive role in ensuring a peaceful post-election environment," he said.
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