Uphold the rule of law to resolve disputes from parliamentary elections - CODEO

The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has announced the expansion of its post-election observation efforts across Ghana.

In a press statement issued on December 24, 2024, the organization stated that from December 22, 2024, to January 23, 2025, CODEO will intensify its monitoring of the post-election environment, addressing issues stemming from the declaration of some parliamentary results.

"The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) will, from December 22, 2024, to January 23, 2025, expand its observation of the post-election environment to monitor developments, particularly in light of challenges arising from the declaration of some parliamentary results. A total of 20 citizen observers have been recruited, trained, and deployed nationwide to that effect," part of the statement said.

According to CODEO, this initiative aligns with its mission to promote transparency, accountability, and peaceful democratic transitions.

"CODEO's post-election observers will monitor the actions and engagements of key stakeholders, including the Electoral Commission (EC), political parties, the judiciary, security agencies, and civil society organizations (CSOs), among others, in the selected constituencies. Observers will pay close attention to any electoral disputes, the conduct of political actors, and adherence to constitutional processes as Ghana prepares for the swearing-in of the President-elect on January 7, 2025, and the period after.

"This exercise is part of CODEO's interventions to promote transparency, accountability, and peaceful democratic transitions in Ghana. As has been the Coalition's practice, election observation is a continuous process that spans pre-election, election day, and post-election periods. The post-election observation seeks to ensure that the electoral space remains conducive for peace, stability, and national unity," the statement added.

It continued, "CODEO acknowledges ongoing challenges related to the declaration of results for some parliamentary seats and urges all stakeholders to uphold the rule of law, resolve disputes through legitimate channels, and avoid actions that may compromise the country's peace and stability.

"The Coalition assures the public of its commitment to providing regular updates and findings from this observation effort as part of its broader goal of fostering transparent and credible elections."

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