Hubert Baidoo calls on EC to clarify criteria for accreditation process

Lead Economist for the New Force Movement, Hubert Baidoo, has called on the Electoral Commission (EC) to provide clear criteria for the accreditation process.

Addressing the press on Thursday, December 5, 2024, Baidoo emphasised that a transparent and standardised approach would address his movement's concerns and foster cooperation between the EC and stakeholders.

According to him, while all five hundred and fifty-two agents of the movement qualify for accreditation cards, only 200 have been given, leaving many members without the necessary documentation to perform their duties.

He revealed troubling instances of alleged extortion by EC officials in the Eastern Region, where members of the New Force Movement have reportedly been compelled to pay money before being issued accreditation cards.

Another major concern raised by the movement is the lack of standardisation in the accreditation process. Hubert Baidoo noted that while some regions require passport photographs for issuing cards, others do not.

This inconsistency, he pointed out, is especially perplexing as the cards issued by the EC do not display pictures or names, raising questions about the rationale behind the varying requirements.

The movement has called for immediate action to resolve these issues to ensure fairness and efficiency in the accreditation process moving forward.