Author: WEBSITE DESIGNER IN GHANA Posted: 2012-09-11 13:30:59 www.websitedesigneringhana.com
Omarfo Safo, why?
Author: .NPP cocaine pusher Posted: 2012-09-11 14:23:12 You signed an agreement written in German, that you did not understand, and no one queried you. You went to a hair dresser's saloon to look for a loan, no one queried you; thief Kufour created 32 new constituencies in his time and you did not ask him why? What has changed? Do you want to look more of the AChimota school lands and build more mansions on it? Desperate profesional thieves
Idiots
Author: Kwamina Duncan Posted: 2012-09-11 14:27:00 You write a constitution that gives an unelected bureaucrat the power to create constituencies then when he exercises that power you start crying,
ha ha ha, these NPP goons make me laugh
Author: NANA AMA Posted: 2012-09-11 14:28:37 Just look at these NPP guys, they think they can pull a fast one on Ghanaians. They have done all in their power to frustrate the creation of the 45 constituencies and now that the whole attempts have blown up in their faces, they are using all these tricks through such supposedly open letters to incite person under the guise of appealing to the EC. Hear the NPP leaders talk and it is that there will be tension there will be confusion , there will be ... only God knows. The NPP is now talking about timing. Are they the only party which is going to take part in the election. Really these NPP guys are a terrible pain in the ---
WE ARE READY FOR YOU IDIOTS.
Author: PRINCE Posted: 2012-09-11 14:29:32 MR. AHO)F3 SHUT UP!! WHERE WERE YOU WHEN THE 30 CONSTITUENCIES WERE CREATED? WE ARE READY TO FIGHT TILL THE LAST PERSON DIES; YOU THINK GHANA IS FOR THE AKANS? WE ARE MORE THAN PREPARED AND YOU'LL SEE WHO SUFFERS MOST. IDIOTS!! WE FEAR NO THREATS; ENOUGH IS ENOUGH.
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
Author: Tibaa Posted: 2012-09-11 14:31:31 We should be careful not to give in to prophets of doom waiting on the wings to clinch the slightest opportunity to draw Ghana into ethnically-ispired political conflagrations. This would not be a self-sulfilling prophcy, but a "forced-fulfilling prophecy."
RE: Osafo-Maafo .....
Author: KWAME Posted: 2012-09-11 14:34:39 This is someone I respected a lot because he was my former managing director in one of the state banks when I first started work in the bank after leaving the School of Administration. I know him a lot and respected his views as a professional. He had his negatives as well and there are lots one can say.But on this occasion one must consider the logic in the issues he has raised.
Looking at the time to election, is it possible to achieve the optimum in the creation of constituencies? If it possible, then let's move ahead but if it is not then the EC must hold it.
Leave the EC alone and go to court
Author: Kofi Ata, Cambridge, UK Posted: 2012-09-11 14:49:48 Those who are putting pressure on the EC daily should stop and go to court because their actions are indirect interference in the affairs of the EC which is against the Constitution. They are trying to influence the decion/s of an independent constitutional body through the back door. I hope the CE does not give in to them so that they can go to court to challenge the EC and for the Judiciary to decide on this very important constitutional subject.
The Ugly Ashanti man is a crook
Author: Old Dirty Bastard Posted: 2012-09-11 14:53:53 Has he forgotten his role in Woyomegate and Hair Salon loans?
OSAFO-MAAFO IS CRYING WOLF!
Author: Nana Hakim Posted: 2012-09-11 14:54:29 Hello Mr. & Mrs. Ghana,
Let's ask Mr. Osafo-Maafo the following simple questions, shall we? Where was he when the EC created over 20 CONSTITUENCIES UNDER NPP GOVERNMENT'S WATCH? WHAT ADVISE DID HE GIVE TO THE EC AND GHANAIANS AT THAT TIME?
Osafo-Maafo who assisted NPP to pillage and or bilked Ghana's economy for over half a decade is crying wolf for the creation of 45 new constituencies. God give guidance Mr. Osafo-Maafo.
LONG LIVE AFICA! GOD BLESS GHANA!! FORWARD EVER!!!
Shut the fuck up! Thief!!!
Author: Baba Posted: 2012-09-11 14:59:39 What is this okro mouth thiefman talking about?
When someone stays at post for too long
Author: DK Posted: 2012-09-11 15:05:41 How true but i cant understand the EC instead of directing their energies to deal with problems of the voters register ,logistics and finance for the upcoming elections they are spending their energies on making things more complex.Even the money you use for elections is borrowed from outside you have not dealt with all the issues which came up in the last elections,you want to compound things for yourself????
osafo marfo raises flags
Author: devil's advocate Posted: 2012-09-11 15:16:46 Most of u commenting are getting it wrong. It is not the about the creation BUT the timing. What is the rush. Will Ghana be finished as a country after Dec 7? We are tempting fate oo! Yoo. A word to the wise is in the "North". Afari Gyan, be warned! If your intransigence results in calamity for Ghana, we'll look for u and yours first, even if it means using ways and means. U are not bigger than the nation. Wish I had ur fon number!!!
NIGERIA SEEKS EXTRADITION OF DJAN
Author: Jumoh Posted: 2012-09-11 15:49:16 DJAN TO BE EXTRADITED TO ABUJA TO ANSWER QUESTIONS ON HIS INVOLVEMENT WITH RECENT TERRORISM IN NORTHERN STATES OF NIGERIA
the 4th richest man in Ghana
Author: brobbey@50 Posted: 2012-09-11 16:03:56 Another corrupt politician.
Creation should go on.
Author: Peter, U.S Posted: 2012-09-11 16:11:40 The creation of new was constituencies was not thought of today but 10 months ego. So Osafo do not behave like who has not held ministrial position before.
NPP CAN TALK TALK TALK & TALK
Author: Yaw Bonsu Posted: 2012-09-11 16:31:03 Nothing can stop EC to do his job NPP can talk talk talk and talk it wouldn't work if they aren't ready for that 45 constituencies orther parties are ready.
Regarding 45 New constituencies
Author: Nana yaw Posted: 2012-09-11 16:39:57 I think it is a bad idea to open 45 constituencies when you have only 3 months to elections. Why not wait for the elections to complete then open the 45 so people can take time to choose able people to compete and populate the parliament. I do not see the rush in this. I will suggest people put politics aside and do what is best for the country.
Osafo Marfo raises flag over 46 const. e
Author: Ghanaian Patriot Posted: 2012-09-11 16:58:32 Ghanaians have been made to believe that 'WHITE HAIR' is associated with 'WISDOM'. Osafo Marfo's, is associated with stupidity.
He is not in dispute with the legality of the creation but in dispute with the 'TIMING'. Mr. Osafo you belive the timing is wrong. Mr Afari Gyan believes the timing is right. Do you think you are wiser than him? Can you, Mr. Osafo, give us the criterior for 'TIMING'?
If you were my DAD, I will advise you to retire at this age and enjoy your reputation. Donot involve yourself in this dirty game of politics any more. If your children are wise, or your wife is wise, they will advise the same. Why, because your reasoning has become inadequate.
'WISDOM' has now elluded you. Age is now catching up with you and your thinking is now one sided.
Let me say this, I am not NDC supporter, and I will not be NPP supporter for million dollars.
But let us be fair when issues arise. If Afari Gyan did it in NPP's days, why can't he do the same in NDC's time?
MASA LISTENING OOOOOOOOOO
Author: Peter Benson Ampadu Posted: 2012-09-11 17:57:25 Hon EC Chairman, for the sake of peace, please forget about this 45 new constituencies. If anything should happen (God forbid) you are going to be blamed. UN court and others are watching .....
Thank you.
Afari Gyan is a thief and a criminal
Author: Sammy Tuga Posted: 2012-09-11 17:57:53 ass
Author: The man Posted: 2012-09-11 17:58:45 Mr. EC please do not take things for granted and regret latter.
You can not predit what will happen after you have gone ahead.
What will Ghana loose if Afaridjan should wait.
Re: NPP Chair: We are not selecting candidates for
Author: Mania. Posted: 2012-09-11 18:24:07 We talk about the 'the rule of law' and rather interpret its tenets narrowly and with partisan selfish intent. How can you say, the EC has the constitutional right to create constituencies,and on the other hand say they cannot, without giving reasons supported by law? I can't get it. The majority of ghanaians want the constituencies the ndc and the cop from the last election have together more supporters than those against it.using pastors and the trades unions, will not make any difference EC, we support you.
Osafo Marfo is too ugly why ?
Author: Akufo Addo the ugly man Posted: 2012-09-11 18:33:24 Foolish ugly man
may GOD fogive you
Author: concer n citizen Posted: 2012-09-11 18:33:39 Ido not belong to any party.becos of politics u are going to fight until remainig the last person.After that whom are you going to govern,why can,nt we learn from the europeanse,are we going forward or backward, MAY GOD FORGIVE YOU
This is common sense
Author: Goliath Posted: 2012-09-11 18:37:26 A few days ago, I read somethong written by a Professor on the Constitution and this same issue; dont remember his name, but I commented that he had provided a good analysis of what the constitutions says and what is legally possible. However, I noted:
"the Professor does not tell us if those who drew the constitution, anticipated the creation of 45 new constituencies barely 3 months before elections. There is a huge element of unfairness and lack of level playing field. To identify candidates, orientate them, finance their campaign, support elections in the new constituencies, etc. the NPP, NDC, CPP, etc. need resources".
I therefore agree 100% with Dr Marfo on the need to look at the SPIRIT behind our Constituton on this issue. We all know that not all the parties can go through due process in such a short time to elect candidates, marshall the resources, and support a decent campaign within 2-3 months. Incumbent governments are often able to use existing structures to promote their political goals. I am sure the NDC government can mobilise their candidates and provide all the resources needed over this short time.
So yes, the law say you can create new constituencies but will the outcome be fair and just? If people think it has not been fair or just, and without prejudice to what we read in the news about the training of foot soldiers to join our Special Forces, what prevents people from wanting to right the injustice in their own way as we have seen in other countries? You can insult and cast insinuations at Dr Marfo, but this situation requires common sense! It is not rocket science to see how dangerous this state of affairs could be, potentially! In the interest of democracy, Dr Gyan needs to pause!
EVER-COMPLAINING NPP
Author: TRUTH HURTS Posted: 2012-09-11 18:42:33 The fundamental question is 'How can the mere creation of constituencies bring violence and war?' The issue was raised six months ago at IPAC meeting. Any serious party should have by now prepared adequately for this exercise. NPP, you are few and we are legion. Shut up and get prepared for the 45 constituencies or else don't blame anybody for your impending defeat.
Osafo-Marfo no a Nigerian?
Author: Kontopiaat Posted: 2012-09-11 18:49:18 Ing. Yaw Osafo-Maafo,what is the "Ing"? Are you now a Nigerian to call yourslef "Ing" Osafo-Marfo. I am missing something?
NDC WILL CAUSE CIVIL WAR IN GHANA
Author: Obeng Rago Posted: 2012-09-11 19:04:01 NDC leaders and supporters will never leave power this December. How can they go home in such cloud of uncertainty after all their crimes? They will be exposed so badly. And for this reason and. The Oil Money, they will never relinquish power without bloodshed!
For that matter, NDC seeks to create these 45 new constituencies, which will return their MPs unopposed, and there ensues the great civil political strife never seen in the annals of modern Ghana!
NDC have the game plan sorted. They have set up an Elite Army under the auspices of evil Kojo Tsikata/Gbevlo Lartey. They have John Mahama's Azorka Boys; Anloga Youth Vandals; Woyome's Ewe supporters; Fante UCF Vandals; NDC FoolSoldiers; Militia boys; killers and murderers instigated by some vainglorious apparitchiks like Buabeng Djan, Asiedu Nketia, Anita De Soso of NDC Headquarters. The regions are stuffed with dangerous NDC cadres
The NDC Northern Caucus are the new NDC Ewes with same evil intentions. Everywhere you look are dangerous people, teeth sharpened and ready to defend the power that opens the gateway to their unfathomable riches. They will lay down lives of the innocent to protect themselves and their stolen wealth.
And assembled in the Castle Unit are the same people who caused so much suffering for so many Ghanaians - Ahwois, Totobi Quakyi, Iddrissu, Ato Dadzie, Cadman Mills, PV Obeng, Cecilia Johnson, Tony Aidoo and Cretuo. None will go home from power to be exposed by a new Government led by incorruptible Nana Akuffo Addo.
BUT gone are the days when PNDC victimised Ghanaians so easily. The children of the victims of the Revolution will resist them so fiercely this time around that the NDC will be shocked.
And the forces of incumbent Government do not win such wars. The most determined rather win such useless internecine wars. NDC won't win a Civil War in Ghana. No one will win but the mayhem and destruction will shock so many people.
The Civil war we all dreaded is coming near you, thanks to the greedy NDC bastards!
WHAT AN UNGREATFUL LITERATE
Author: mugis Posted: 2012-09-11 20:26:21 IF the NPP knows that it is the constitutional mandate of the EC to create constituencies then why this interference. why should the Npp think that a mere demarcation will bring about war when the various polling stations and other conditions remain the same. where were they when this idea was brought up at IPAC. All the NPP is doing is to incite people against the final outcome of the general elections.
FOOLS
Author: XXXXX Posted: 2012-09-11 20:32:53 NOTE TO MARFO: You have no one to blame now but your foolish self. If you were a member of the CA, and you knew what you were supposed to be doing, you should have known that creating constituencies is the prerogative of an elected body, not a power granted lightly to an un-elected bureaucrat who may have an ax to grind and remains unaccountable to the electorate. You created a monster, you have to live with it. And also, there's nothing like the "spirit" of the constitution. It is the words and black letter law that rules. He's got the power, it is unfettered by any other law, he is using it, you shut up and bear it. "As a former member of the Consultative Assembly and the Chairman of the Committee on the “Rights of the People” which handled all the constitutional provisions related to the functions of the Electoral Commission, Political Parties and all Chapters which dealt with the Rights of the People under the 1992 Constitution, I am firmly of the view that the timing of the implementation of the creation of new constituencies is as important as the powers of the E.C. to create the same.
IDIOT
Author: Yaw Posted: 2012-09-11 20:33:04 FUCK Osafo Maafo!!! did he raise any red flag when the E.C was doing same when he was a minister.
What is this FUSS about December 7th ?
Author: Whatever Posted: 2012-09-11 21:02:46 December 7th is not created for NDC or NPP. it is the day the people of Ghana vote for for whoever they think they want. If the 45 new constituency does not favour you because you are in opposition of government, that is not the business of constitution. The constitution is also looking at other things including just development of dynamic settlements
PRESIDENTIAL MATERIAL
Author: seidu ali Posted: 2012-09-11 21:56:14 This is a matured politician. Just read the latter part of his letter appealing to reason having explained all there is in the contituition. Others a crying foul without giving reasons. Osafo-Marfo you are fit for president.Ghana needs people like you not those stomach politicians.
WHY SO FEARS?DIRTY POLITICS
Author: ATTUAH JAPAN Posted: 2012-09-11 22:29:19 WHY SO FEARS?DIRTY POLITICS
Nana Addo will never win power for NPP
Author: dogbey Posted: 2012-09-11 22:30:51 Osafo Marfo, just advice Nana Addo to wait for his retirement soon. NDC all the way!
DR.AFARI CARRY ON WITH YOUR JOB
Author: ATTUAH JAPAN Posted: 2012-09-11 22:34:46 DR.AFARI CARRY ON WITH YOUR JOB
peace only
Author: Kofi Posted: 2012-09-11 22:57:25 I think this is a well written advice which Dr. Kwadwo Afari Gyan should heed, i think it will be really in the interest of the people of peace.
ARTIFICIAL CONTROVERSY
Author: Ali Posted: 2012-09-11 23:04:34 The so-called “controversy” is artificial. There should be no controversy and there really isn’t one. The new constituencies are not going to take away anybody’s right to vote. Nothing will actually happen on the ground within the affected communities, and the people in the communities won’t even notice a thing. This so-called controversy is being fomented by a specific macro interest external to the affected communities. See who is complaining: what do these elements have in common – Kuffuor, Presby Church, TUC leadership and Osafo Marfo? You be the judge. And versus these four elements, there is the whole rest of individual Ghanaians and organizations and religious bodies who don’t see an issue. And on so-called “timing”, Osafo-Marfo is being disingenuous. What is wrong with the “timing”? In fact the timing is perfect -- constituencies are created for elections; elections are coming up, so if not now in time for the upcoming elections, then WHEN? What is the point waiting until after the elections are over, only for the constituencies to lie redundant for four good years? If the new constituencies are ok after the elections, they are certainly ok NOW – a good thing is good ALWAYS. . Who is afraid of the EC duly carrying out its mandated duties and therefore resorting to diabolical measures and actions to obstruct the EC? Those actually are the ones creating unnecessary and unwarranted national tensions and poised to destabilize this country. This can only happen in Ghana; it`s only in Ghana that a vested interest will shamelessly try to prevent a state institution from carrying out its mandate simply because that interest doesn’t like it. This is not how democracy is supposed to function. Please lay off the EC and let it do its work without fear or favour. Please diffuse the baseless and unwarranted “controversy” NOW!!!!!!!!!
if npp can do it anybody can do it
Author: dzeklo uk Posted: 2012-09-12 01:37:08 if ex president kufuor can create 30new constituencies in 2004 then why not 45 you guy are fools
Supreme Court is the final arbiter!
Author: Yaw Adu-Asare Posted: 2012-09-12 09:07:30 If ther is any known controversy associated with the creation of 45 new constituencies in Ghana, it is only in the minds of those who perceive it as such.
What does the 1992 constitution say about the creation of new constituencies?
If people have a problem with the TIMING of the creation of new constituencies, too bad; the Supreme Court is the place these disappointed people must seek redress, not through the media.
Private definitions and interpretations of the 1992 constitution do not amount to a basket of cocoa beans.
BTW, paragraph 3 of the "Open Letter" contradicts the problem raised by Osafo-Maafo.
TIMING of the creation of new lies in the bossom of the Electoral Commission as an institution and not in the hands of Dr. Afari-Gyan.
Let's be prudent about this
Author: Tuf. Osei Posted: 2012-09-12 14:19:12 When a swarm of bees decide they're going to attack nothing stops them. Even in smoke and fire,they will try and manage to put in a few stinkies. If we decide to fight fire with fire we all are going to get burnt. For the sake of Ghana, let the stakeholders counsel each other and come out with an amicable solution. This is the time to prove to the ordinary Ghanaians you politicians have us at heart.If the country is thrown into chaos and we all die who is going to vote for you,and who are you going to govern? Don't let the thirst for power blind you foolishly. Think about what your quabbles will do to the very people you trying to govern. Ghana needs peace not war.
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