***HAIL SAMIRA!!!!!! SHE CAN'T TAKE THE NDC SHIT!!!!!!............... Speaking about the NDC campaign and justifying why she describes president mahama as a “useless president”, she said that Ghanaians are suffering while ... read full comment
***HAIL SAMIRA!!!!!! SHE CAN'T TAKE THE NDC SHIT!!!!!!............... Speaking about the NDC campaign and justifying why she describes president mahama as a “useless president”, she said that Ghanaians are suffering whiles NDC is using all the money acquire party paraphernalia and billboards everywhere . She again described what she termed the arrogant wastefulness of the Mahama-led government, citing the bus branding saga which she said has denied the country millions of cedis. Money she said could have been used to solve urgent problems. “We are saying to the NDC that we see you alright…you want us to see you, we see you but we see incompetence, and useless president ,we see you but we see corruption, we see you but we see bad management, we see you but we see bad governance, we see you but we want change, we see you but we want Ghana to move forward…” she observed. She said together with other youth and well-meaning Ghanaians, they have taken a decision that Ghana needs “an incorruptible leader, we need a competent leader, we need a selfless leader, we need a visionary leader, a leader with good judgment and a leader who loves the country than he loves his pockets.”
DR TRUTH 7 years ago
MRS CHARLOTTE ODEGBAMI ALIAS OSEI IS OUT OF ORDER. SHE CANT STOP NDUOM FROM SPLITTING NDC VOTES IN CENTRAL & WESTERN REGIONS, NANA KONADU FROM SPLITTING NDC VOTES IN ASHANTI & VOLTA REGIONS NOR EDWARD MAHAMA FROM SPLITTING ND ... read full comment
MRS CHARLOTTE ODEGBAMI ALIAS OSEI IS OUT OF ORDER. SHE CANT STOP NDUOM FROM SPLITTING NDC VOTES IN CENTRAL & WESTERN REGIONS, NANA KONADU FROM SPLITTING NDC VOTES IN ASHANTI & VOLTA REGIONS NOR EDWARD MAHAMA FROM SPLITTING NDC VOTES IN NORTHERN, UPPER EAST & WEST REGIONS. TRUST ME SOME NDC SYMPATHISERS WHO ARE NOT WATCHFUL WILL MISTAKE EDWARD MAHAMA FOR JOHN MAHAMA ON THE BALLOT PAPER & VOTE FOR EDWARD MAHAMA
EC STOP WASTING TAX PAYERS MONEY
DOG BEATER 7 years ago
THIS GUY HAS REVEALED THE TRUTH BEHIND NDOUMS ROLE AS FLAGBEARER BUT U IDIOTS SHD REMEMBER NDOUM IS MR 1%.SPLITTING VOTES INDEED.IF NANA QUAPRUDLE IS SO POPULAR NPPS WONT NEED NDOUM. SERIAL LOSERS WIYH KALYPPO CAMPAIGN
THIS GUY HAS REVEALED THE TRUTH BEHIND NDOUMS ROLE AS FLAGBEARER BUT U IDIOTS SHD REMEMBER NDOUM IS MR 1%.SPLITTING VOTES INDEED.IF NANA QUAPRUDLE IS SO POPULAR NPPS WONT NEED NDOUM. SERIAL LOSERS WIYH KALYPPO CAMPAIGN
Smart Frempah, UK 7 years ago
Do you guys still have faces to defend this Mahama government? Unbelievable
Do you guys still have faces to defend this Mahama government? Unbelievable
nnnmn 7 years ago
this phrase 'u guys' make me sick in my stomach
this phrase 'u guys' make me sick in my stomach
osei tawish 7 years ago
kalyppos drink makes them stupid
kalyppos drink makes them stupid
DR TRUTH 7 years ago
MRS CHARLOTTE IS OUT OF ORDER. WILL SOMEONE STOP HER BEFORE SHE DRIVES GHANA INTO CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS & TURMOIL. COUNCIL OF STATE HAS TURNED INTO MAHAMA POODLE SO CANT ACT. KENNEDY AGYAPONG WASNT FAR FROM THE TRUTH EITHER
MRS CHARLOTTE IS OUT OF ORDER. WILL SOMEONE STOP HER BEFORE SHE DRIVES GHANA INTO CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS & TURMOIL. COUNCIL OF STATE HAS TURNED INTO MAHAMA POODLE SO CANT ACT. KENNEDY AGYAPONG WASNT FAR FROM THE TRUTH EITHER
Mahmoud 7 years ago
After the NDC induced arbitrary disqualification of presidential candidates was quashed by the Accra High Court, what Ayariga said was not different from what the majority of Ghanaians believes and said about the EC and its i ... read full comment
After the NDC induced arbitrary disqualification of presidential candidates was quashed by the Accra High Court, what Ayariga said was not different from what the majority of Ghanaians believes and said about the EC and its incompetent chair lady, Madam Charlotte Alata. After twisting the neck of all the electoral laws governing the selection of EC chairperson and its members in our constitution, Mr. Corrupt and Incompetent then imposed her fraudulently on Ghanaians to steal their verdict for him again.
Believe me; EC has been caught on a number of occasions sleeping in bed with the NDC electoral thieves since 1992, and after the so-called P/NDC revolutionaries had cunningly changed their Khakis to civilian clothes to enable them perpetuate their dreadful, undemocratic misrule. Until the corrupt generation of those occupying the EC presently is dead and gone, or their corrupt ways changed drastically, Ghanaians will continue to believe that they are there to serve their own interest and that of their NDC paymasters.
DOG BEATER 7 years ago
THE FULANI IS CAMPAIGNING AND GOING TO VOTE BUT HER MIDGET HUSBAND FOUGHT TO DISQUALIFY EWES.NOW THE HANGING DOG NEEDS THEIR VOTES SO HE IS CREEPING AROUND VOLTA WITHOUT BAWUMIA ON A FLY BY NIGHT MISSON IMPOSSIBLE. WEASELS
THE FULANI IS CAMPAIGNING AND GOING TO VOTE BUT HER MIDGET HUSBAND FOUGHT TO DISQUALIFY EWES.NOW THE HANGING DOG NEEDS THEIR VOTES SO HE IS CREEPING AROUND VOLTA WITHOUT BAWUMIA ON A FLY BY NIGHT MISSON IMPOSSIBLE. WEASELS
Gerald 7 years ago
Gyimi gyimii.. No one get time for a fool.
Gyimi gyimii.. No one get time for a fool.
Nana Malik 7 years ago
Mrs Osei,this election is so close.Behave yourself and let the process continue.
Mrs Osei,this election is so close.Behave yourself and let the process continue.
JOHN MAHAMA THE THIEF MAN 7 years ago
EC THIEVES/LIARS/ NDC THIEVES/LIARS
EC THIEVES/LIARS/ NDC THIEVES/LIARS
THE TRUE PICTURE IS UNFOLDING 7 years ago
NDUOM WILL SCATTER VOTES IN CENTRAL & WESTERN REGIONS, NO DOUBT. IN THE VOLTA REGION MICHAEL SOSU & ANYIDOHO ARE VOLTARIAN RUNNING MATES OF TWO PARTIES. NDC'S WORLD BANK IS NOT A GUARANTEE.
NDUOM WILL SCATTER VOTES IN CENTRAL & WESTERN REGIONS, NO DOUBT. IN THE VOLTA REGION MICHAEL SOSU & ANYIDOHO ARE VOLTARIAN RUNNING MATES OF TWO PARTIES. NDC'S WORLD BANK IS NOT A GUARANTEE.
as 7 years ago
What is the EC's interest in this case . Hey this woman will destroy Ghana for us oooooooooooo
What is the EC's interest in this case . Hey this woman will destroy Ghana for us oooooooooooo
Onipaba Of Akyem Maase 7 years ago
It's the EC which is being coluded to disqualify candidate with reputation because it is to the detriment of the ndc. Now if you fail in your appeal, your image is going to be found in the public toilet. But if you win, you w ... read full comment
It's the EC which is being coluded to disqualify candidate with reputation because it is to the detriment of the ndc. Now if you fail in your appeal, your image is going to be found in the public toilet. But if you win, you will be responsible for the mayhem afterwards.
KOJO 7 years ago
You (in this case Nduom) lied on your admission form that you had 4As when you clearly dont have it and expect to be called to correct it in the name of natural justice. And if it is not noticed, hurray you would be given the ... read full comment
You (in this case Nduom) lied on your admission form that you had 4As when you clearly dont have it and expect to be called to correct it in the name of natural justice. And if it is not noticed, hurray you would be given the best course in the university -- just like Nduom wants to be president? this is tangential corruption!
$aint Ghfuo: Black Excellence !!! 7 years ago
Ndc wants to steal the election. They want ppp supporters to vote ndc and dat is why mahama is pressuring harlotte osei and her nasty nyash to disqualify Nduom by any means but Nduom is too hardheaded and the judiciary in gha ... read full comment
Ndc wants to steal the election. They want ppp supporters to vote ndc and dat is why mahama is pressuring harlotte osei and her nasty nyash to disqualify Nduom by any means but Nduom is too hardheaded and the judiciary in ghana have had enuff of incompetent mahama and his banza laaka shenanigans
DEAR 7 years ago
THE LAW CANNOT BE TRUSTED TO BE SENSIBLE OR FAIR.
THE APPEAL COURT MAY GIVE A DIFFERENT VERDICT DEPENDING ON HOW THE LAW IS INTERPRETED BY THE APPEAL COURT JUDGE.
THE EC WOULD LIKE TO SHOW IGNORANT PEOPLE LIKE YOU THAT ... read full comment
THE LAW CANNOT BE TRUSTED TO BE SENSIBLE OR FAIR.
THE APPEAL COURT MAY GIVE A DIFFERENT VERDICT DEPENDING ON HOW THE LAW IS INTERPRETED BY THE APPEAL COURT JUDGE.
THE EC WOULD LIKE TO SHOW IGNORANT PEOPLE LIKE YOU THAT SHE WAS RIGHT IN TAKING THAT DECISION.
DEE KAY 7 years ago
The Supreme court is the final say and we shall know if forged signatures are accepted in endorsing our future presidents.
The Supreme court is the final say and we shall know if forged signatures are accepted in endorsing our future presidents.
Bbb 7 years ago
This EC is evil woman.
This EC is evil woman.
gbormita 7 years ago
A clerical error and forgery of a signature is a crime. The court's ruling allows Ndoum to correct these serious flaws which he(Ndoum) agreed were wrong on his form.
By extension, anyone in the future even in a corruption ... read full comment
A clerical error and forgery of a signature is a crime. The court's ruling allows Ndoum to correct these serious flaws which he(Ndoum) agreed were wrong on his form.
By extension, anyone in the future even in a corruption case, may appeal to this law and asked to be "excused" to correct a clerical error or forgery. The judge did not have a foresight and it was wrong.
Seems the courts are now "instructing the EC" to do their jobs. The rules of the EC is clear that if you made those errors, you disqualified yourself. Parliament should act before the court begin to lose it's legal sanity!
kingzai 7 years ago
Am 100% agreed with you.
Am 100% agreed with you.
Kokuvi Da Togolese 7 years ago
Didn't the EC give Nduom Ghc. 1,750 for Ghc 1,750, 000? What is the EC's interest in this issue? How does it affect the EC if Nduom amends and alter? NDC is shameless!
Didn't the EC give Nduom Ghc. 1,750 for Ghc 1,750, 000? What is the EC's interest in this issue? How does it affect the EC if Nduom amends and alter? NDC is shameless!
DEE KAY 7 years ago
EC is talking about forged signature here not over payment or under payment here.
EC is talking about forged signature here not over payment or under payment here.
DEE KAY 7 years ago
I hope the Judge has not taken any bribe yet.This is a simple matter the Judge should have taken it simple.It's a shame to the COURTS in Ghana.
I hope the Judge has not taken any bribe yet.This is a simple matter the Judge should have taken it simple.It's a shame to the COURTS in Ghana.
OKOFO 7 years ago
The action of EC is the best way forward. Its for the supreme court to direct the EC the action to take if a crime is noticed on the form submitted by a presidential candidate. Personally I see the judgement from the high cou ... read full comment
The action of EC is the best way forward. Its for the supreme court to direct the EC the action to take if a crime is noticed on the form submitted by a presidential candidate. Personally I see the judgement from the high court to be dangerous if it is allowed to stay. Basing judgement on such technicallity and totally ignoring the crime is very dangerous
Pressman 7 years ago
We must say that Charlotte and her EC don't want the election to be held this year, period! Whatever evil plot Charlotte and her NDC paymasters have shall fall on their heads.
We must say that Charlotte and her EC don't want the election to be held this year, period! Whatever evil plot Charlotte and her NDC paymasters have shall fall on their heads.
KOJO 7 years ago
Was it Charlotte and NDC that told Nduom to forge his documents? These are signs of corruption..
Was it Charlotte and NDC that told Nduom to forge his documents? These are signs of corruption..
ACHU 7 years ago
NO SURPRISE ON THE EC STAND. SHE IS BENT ON CHEATING OR RIGGING THE ELECTIONS FOR MAHAMAH. THE APPEAL IS WHAT ANAN SAID. MAHAMAH LAWYERS MET AND DELIBERATED ON THE APPEAL, HENCE EC CHAIR COMING OUT WITH WHAT MAHAMAH HAS ORDER ... read full comment
NO SURPRISE ON THE EC STAND. SHE IS BENT ON CHEATING OR RIGGING THE ELECTIONS FOR MAHAMAH. THE APPEAL IS WHAT ANAN SAID. MAHAMAH LAWYERS MET AND DELIBERATED ON THE APPEAL, HENCE EC CHAIR COMING OUT WITH WHAT MAHAMAH HAS ORDERED HER TO DO. THIS WILL NOT WORK IN GHANA. MAHAMAH MUST GO. WHAT EVER RIGGING PLANS HE HAS WITH THE EC ASHAWO CHAIR. THIEF MAHAMAH IS GOING AND MUST GO WHAT EVER PLANS HE HAS WITH CHARLOTTE.
KOJO 7 years ago
By Kofi Ata, Cambridge
Last Friday, Justice Eric K Baffour, a High Court made a very interesting judgement in the case of the Republic versus Mrs Charlotte Osei, the Electoral Commission; Ex Parte Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom ov ... read full comment
By Kofi Ata, Cambridge
Last Friday, Justice Eric K Baffour, a High Court made a very interesting judgement in the case of the Republic versus Mrs Charlotte Osei, the Electoral Commission; Ex Parte Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom over the disqualification of Dr Nduom as candidate for the December 7, 2016 presidential election. This article is a review of the judgement by a “non-learned mind” (to borrow Kweku Baako’s words).
Until I read the full judgement on Ghanaweb, I was a bit confused as to why judgement went in favour of Nduom. However, on reading the judgement, I understood why Nduom and his supporters were jubilant. The reasons, according to Justice Bafour and I quote, “the grounds upon which the Applicant mounts this application has been stated by him to be anchored on:
(1) breach of the rules of natural justice (audi alteram partem) and (2) error apparent on the face of the record”. The Latin words means "listen to the other side", or "let the other side be heard as well", an established legal principle that no person should be judged without a fair hearing in which each party is given the opportunity to respond to the evidence against them (see “Nduom wins against EC - Full court ruling”, Ghanaweb, October 28, 2016).
Whilst I may agree with Justice Bafuor on the first of the two grounds, I totally disagree on the second. In fact, my view is that Justice Baffour misdirected himself on this matter by accepting that Nduom was disqualified on the grounds of “ERROR” apparent on the face of the record. On the contrary.
In fact, according to the Returning Officer and the Electoral Commission (EC) and I quote. “The Commission is unable to accept Dr Nduom’s nomination because the number of subscribers to his forms did not meet the requirements of Regulation 7 (2) (b)of CI 94.
The Returning Officer and the EC provided further details are as follows: “One subscriber Richard Aseda (‘Asida’ on the Voters’ Register with Voter ID No. 7812003957) endorsed the forms in two different districts (pages 21 and 39).
The subscriber was found to be on the Voter’s Register in one district thereby disqualifying his second subscription and reducing the total number of subscribers to below the minimum required by the Law. The same subscriber (Richard Aseda (‘Asida’) endorsed the form with different signatures in both portions of the nomination form. This raises questions as to the legitimacy of one or both signatures.
We will refer the matter of the possible forgery of the signature(s) to the Ghana Police Service and the Attorney General for investigation and prosecution in line with the following sections of the Criminal Offences Act,1960 (Act 29): Section 211; Perjury Section 248: making false declaration etc. for office or voting; Section 251; Deceiving a public officer Section 256; Corruption, Intimidation and personation in respect of election” (see, “Why Nduom and 12 presidential aspirants were disqualified”, Ghanaweb, October 10, 2016).
From the above, it is very clear that Nduom was disqualified not because of an “error” but rather for an electoral offence of potential forgery, fraud and deception of a public officer. For reason of misdirection, all the authorities relied upon by Justice Bafour as basis for “the ERROR APPARENT ON THE FACE OF THE RECORD” are null and void and of no consequences. Nduom did not make error but committed unlawful and potential criminal acts of forgery, fraud and deception of a public officer for which he must be investigated and prosecuted, if there is credible evidence.
I do appreciate that Justice Bafour was mindful and guided by the fact that the application was through “Certiorari which is not concerned with the merits of the decision. It is a complaint about jurisdiction or some procedural irregularity like the breach of natural justice”.
However, my experience and understanding of cases of procedural breaches interfering with natural justice is that, after finding of fact of the breach in favour of the applicant, judges should not end there but ask themselves, had the procedure/s been followed or not breached, what would have been the outcome? If the outcome would have been the same, then, a different approach is taken in the judgement.
It is my submission that had Justice Bafour posed the question, had the Returning Officer given Nduom a fair hearing, what would have been the outcome, the answer would not have been any different because on the “facts” apparent on the face of the record, Nduom committed forgery, fraud and deception and therefore the Returning Officer could not have given him the opportunity to correct an unlawful and criminal acts.
This question was very critical in the matter before Justice Bafour because the Returning Officer could not have brushed aside potential crime and simply invite Nduom to cover up the crime since doing so would have meant the Returning Officer is complicit in the cover up.
Justice Bafour also contradicted himself in his judgement because he claimed he was not interested in merit of the decision. Yet, he relied heavily on the so called “error apparent on the face of the record”. What was the error apparent on the face of the record? It was the use of the unqualified subscriber in the person Richard Aseda (Asida), who did not only subscribe twice but also gave two different signatures.
It was precisely these “errors that also constitute potential forgery, fraud and deception upon which the Returning Officer disqualified Nduom. In effect, Justice Bafour did consider the merits of the Returning Officer’s decision (the grounds for the disqualification) but erred in concluding that they were mere and errors that should be corrected by Nduom but not criminal acts to be investigated and prosecuted.
The next question is, do courts or judges in Ghana consider the laws on the statue books, including case law and their relevance when adjudicating on cases? I pose this question first and foremost because of the existence of the Representation of the People Law 1992 (PNDCL 284) Section 28.
The “Offences Relating to Nomination Papers and Ballot” states among others as follows: “A person who (a) forges, fraudulently defaces, or destroys a nomination paper, or any other document relating to the registration of a voter, or delivers to a returning officer any nomination paper, knowing it to be forged commits an offence and is liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding c1 million or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding two years or both; and shall, for a period of five years from the date of the expiration of his term of imprisonment be disqualified from being registered as a voter or voting at an election”.
Is Justice Bafour Bafour unaware of PNDCL 284 Section 28 or simply because the application was by Certiorari, PNDCL 284 is irrelevant? I disagree with this approach because that should be the exception and not the norm in matters of judicial review of decisions by administrative bodies, which are not earlier decisions of lower courts.
Second, PNDCL 284 Section 28 is very relevant because the former NPP MP for Bawku Central, Mr Adamu Sankade was charged, tried, convicted and jailed by a High Court in 2012 on three counts of false declaration by voting, perjury and deceit of public officer over his nationality under PNDCL 284 Section 28 and others stated by the Returning Officer as basis for Nduom’s disqualification.
Adamu Sankade’s crimes were the same as those for which Nudom was disqualified. The question Ghanaians would want to ask Justice Bafour is, why different rules for different people? Is it because Nduom is rich and Sankade is poor (relatively)? What sort of judicial system that operates on one rule for the rich and powerful and another for the poor and weak? Is that natural justice?
It was also surprising the harsh words Justice Bafour used to describe the decision of the Returning Officer. They were uncalled for and I suspect Justice Bafour was angered by the challenges raised by Counsel for the Returning Officer and the suggestion that the EC is independent and cannot be ordered by the judiciary.
I disagree with those who hold such views because the actions and omissions of all bodies, organisations and institutions in Ghana (both state and non-state actors) are subject to review by the judiciary.
The EC’s independence is as far as it is within the laws of the land and subject to judicial review.
In conclusion, and in my “unlearned mind”, this judgement is perverse (on the facts of the matter, the grounds for disqualification, the evidence and precedence) and should not be allowed to stand. Even Counsel for Nduom, Ayi Quaye Otoo knows that and that is why he became very emotional on Newsfile when the host, Samson Lardy Ayenini mentioned the potential forgery, fraud and deception in the case and accused Samson of misleading the public.
Samson was not misleading the public but stating facts as reported.
Can the EC still disqualify Nduom? For Nudom and his supporters who are deceiving themselves that Nduom is back on the ballot paper, I have bad news for you. First, Judge Bafour did not order EC to reinstate Nduom but to give him the opportunity to correct the errors on his nomination forms for reconsideration by the EC. Secondly, the gospel fact is that, there were no errors on the forms to be corrected by Nduom.
Instead, there were forgery, fraud and deception that are incurable.
Consequently, the EC can and must still disqualify Nduom because he committed electoral crime on his original nomination form, an offence subject to further investigation, prosecution, a fine and or imprisonment and a five-year ban, when convicted.
I admit that Nduom has not been charged, tried and convicted so is innocent until proven otherwise. Nevertheless, someone who aspires to the highest office of the land must uphold the highest standard of trust and honesty. On this occasion, Nudom has failed and not fit for the office of the President of the Republic and should be disqualified.
The Attorney General and the police must speed up their investigations as a matter of urgency and put Nduom and Richard Aseda (Asida) before the court as soon as possible but not before 7 December 2016. Nduom should be jailed and banned if found guilty as in the case of Adamu Sankade.
For those who are suggesting that the EC should invite all the other twelve disqualified aspirants and put them back on the ballot papers, you are misguided because most, if not all of them also committed forgery, fraud and deception and must suffer the same penalty as Adamu Sankade. All Ghanaians are equal before the law.
In conclusion, this case has not only exposed the unwillingness and inability of the citizenry to comply and obey the laws, rules and regulations but also the unwillingness and inability of the authorities to enforce the same.
What are laws, rules and regulations for if even the courts would not enforce them across board but do so selectively on the basis of one’s wealth, power and position in society? This is the root cause of corruption, poverty, disease and underdevelopment in Ghana. Nduom and others must not only be disqualified but also charged, prosecuted, jailed and banned when found guilty.
NYAMEKE 7 years ago
Kojo your explanation is holistic, unbiased and very very sensible.
I think you are more learned than the so called 'learned' Im now 100% with the EC. THANK YOU KOJO
Kojo your explanation is holistic, unbiased and very very sensible.
I think you are more learned than the so called 'learned' Im now 100% with the EC. THANK YOU KOJO
Ali40Ali 7 years ago
Hi Kofi Ata, Cambridge,
Your post is interesting. Please repost this with more evidence and share on the opinions column. It is very insightful
Hi Kofi Ata, Cambridge,
Your post is interesting. Please repost this with more evidence and share on the opinions column. It is very insightful
Amenyo, Tema 7 years ago
KOfI Ata, kudos your submission, superb and educative especially to the Npp so-called learned friends.
KOfI Ata, kudos your submission, superb and educative especially to the Npp so-called learned friends.
Etweh yedeh 7 years ago
Let me ask u this question 1)Was the 2 different signatures signed by Nduom?
2)Who committed the crime by signing 2different signatures?
3)What does the law say when a candidate forms is not having the required signatories? ... read full comment
Let me ask u this question 1)Was the 2 different signatures signed by Nduom?
2)Who committed the crime by signing 2different signatures?
3)What does the law say when a candidate forms is not having the required signatories?
4)Must the EC invite Nduom and draw his attention or outright disqualification thorough press conference organised by the EC?
kwesi ntate3 7 years ago
Law is law and based not on sentiments,common sense and opinions.
Law is law and based not on sentiments,common sense and opinions.
KANTINKA 7 years ago
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I hope everybody on this forum reads this.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I hope everybody on this forum reads this.
Peacemaker 7 years ago
Ei Kifi Ata Cambridge, aka Kojo! Hmmm... you are both Kofi and Kojo? Your piece is very illuminating and I guess that is the way we are heading. Nduom and the others disqualified must forget about 2016. They won't get on the ... read full comment
Ei Kifi Ata Cambridge, aka Kojo! Hmmm... you are both Kofi and Kojo? Your piece is very illuminating and I guess that is the way we are heading. Nduom and the others disqualified must forget about 2016. They won't get on the ballot paper. If they get banned for 5 years if prosecuted, then they should be looking at not 2020 but 2024!
Akuffo Addo 7 years ago
Very superb
Brilliantly worded
Very objective and straightforward
Thanks for d education
Very superb
Brilliantly worded
Very objective and straightforward
Thanks for d education
DR TRUTH 7 years ago
IT IS NOT THE ACT OF DISQUALIFYING THEM THAT IS THE ISSUE BUT THE FAILURE BY EC TO GIVE THEM OPPORTUNITY TO AMEND THE ERRORS AS PROVIDED BY LAW. THE LAW IS UNAMBIGIUOS ON THAT A CANDIDATE WHO BY DINT OF ERROR IS DISQUALIFIED ... read full comment
IT IS NOT THE ACT OF DISQUALIFYING THEM THAT IS THE ISSUE BUT THE FAILURE BY EC TO GIVE THEM OPPORTUNITY TO AMEND THE ERRORS AS PROVIDED BY LAW. THE LAW IS UNAMBIGIUOS ON THAT A CANDIDATE WHO BY DINT OF ERROR IS DISQUALIFIED SHOULD BE GIVEN REASONABLE NOTICE AND TIME TO RECTIFY THE ANOMALITY. YOUR ARGUMENTS ARE MADE TO SUIT YOUR OWN BIASED EMOTIONAL ALLEGIANCE AND NOT BASED ON FACTS AND LAW. YOU FAILED TO QUOTE THE LAWS TO BACK IT, KOFI ATTA
Kokuvi Da Togolese 7 years ago
This EC commissioners will plunge Ghana into chaos! She is full of herself and a danger to Ghana.
This EC commissioners will plunge Ghana into chaos! She is full of herself and a danger to Ghana.
kwesi ntate3 7 years ago
This is the kind of woman we should be proud of.strict .very strict so that people do not take things for granted.
This is the kind of woman we should be proud of.strict .very strict so that people do not take things for granted.
Minimade Kwasi 7 years ago
Electoralcommissioner is waging an unprecedented legal war in Ghanaian politics.She must just resign her seat and leave the scene unless she is being paid by an interested party. Her so called appeal in the Nduom case is nons ... read full comment
Electoralcommissioner is waging an unprecedented legal war in Ghanaian politics.She must just resign her seat and leave the scene unless she is being paid by an interested party. Her so called appeal in the Nduom case is nonsensical and may render the DEC.elections in jeopardy.
Tish 7 years ago
Nduom committed a fraudulent act under Ghana election rules. He did not make an error which can be corrected.
THE forms are legal documents. Allowing one person to sign twice and with different signatures is fraudulen ... read full comment
Nduom committed a fraudulent act under Ghana election rules. He did not make an error which can be corrected.
THE forms are legal documents. Allowing one person to sign twice and with different signatures is fraudulent.
Kwame 7 years ago
Ahhhhhhhjh ....read law ...."candidates should be allowed time to amend application forms" .....Time for these people to go ....mahama worried about million odd votes they will take away from the pot as he has already lost ov ... read full comment
Ahhhhhhhjh ....read law ...."candidates should be allowed time to amend application forms" .....Time for these people to go ....mahama worried about million odd votes they will take away from the pot as he has already lost over 700,000 from the forgery names, Nhis registered babes and duplicates etc .PANICK PANICK.........and his girlfriend who will say she took legal opinion not me I never did a thing (laughing with mahana while he does a Donald trump on her)
KOJO 7 years ago
You lied on your admission form that you had 4As when you clearly dont and expect to be called to correct it in the name of natural justice yea? And if it is not noticed you would have been given the best course in the univer ... read full comment
You lied on your admission form that you had 4As when you clearly dont and expect to be called to correct it in the name of natural justice yea? And if it is not noticed you would have been given the best course in the university -- just like Nduom wants to be president?
Ghanaian 7 years ago
The chief Justice assured the whole nation only last week that pending court cases would not affect the election time table. If juvenile Charlotte is taking the very first case of 12 to the appeals court, when there are only ... read full comment
The chief Justice assured the whole nation only last week that pending court cases would not affect the election time table. If juvenile Charlotte is taking the very first case of 12 to the appeals court, when there are only four weeks between now and December 7th, do we need rocket science to predict that E-day is likely to suffer adversely!
By the way, why is that independent minded little girl trying to toy with the destiny of a whooping 30 million others? If she had done the right thing, would she have been in this mess and disgrace she finds herself? I hope she is going to use her own independent resources to chase this lost cause! Anything less, she must be made to resign - either she jumps or we push her!
DOG BEATER 7 years ago
NONSENSE WHEN NDOUM TOOK HIS CASE TO COURT DIDNT HE KNOW THE ELECTION WOULD BE DELAYED.DIDNT U RETARDS APPLAUD? WHATEVER THE RULING THE SUP CT WILL PROVIDE FINALITY. ITS NOT FOR THAT COCAINE MISSING IN CT ROOM JUDGE TO DICTAT ... read full comment
NONSENSE WHEN NDOUM TOOK HIS CASE TO COURT DIDNT HE KNOW THE ELECTION WOULD BE DELAYED.DIDNT U RETARDS APPLAUD? WHATEVER THE RULING THE SUP CT WILL PROVIDE FINALITY. ITS NOT FOR THAT COCAINE MISSING IN CT ROOM JUDGE TO DICTATE TO SUPREME CT.
Ama Texas 7 years ago
EC boss you are behaving like there is no tomorrow pride goes before fall so becareful of what you are doing is jx few weeks to elections look what you are doing from day one you are always in court look you are not above ... read full comment
EC boss you are behaving like there is no tomorrow pride goes before fall so becareful of what you are doing is jx few weeks to elections look what you are doing from day one you are always in court look you are not above the law woman
KOFI YESU 7 years ago
The the fcuk is wrong with the EC? Does she need fire in their ass or 'kakatsofa' aka ginger in her somewhere before she wake up? I been saying to myself all along that they need to let everyone be on the ballot paper but I a ... read full comment
The the fcuk is wrong with the EC? Does she need fire in their ass or 'kakatsofa' aka ginger in her somewhere before she wake up? I been saying to myself all along that they need to let everyone be on the ballot paper but I also agree we can not allow an open gate for people who can't take time to fill nominations correctly to become president. EC is just wasting hard cash and the courts time,Nduom has been cleared and should be allowed to try his luck,after all the good people of Ghana know who they will vote for.Most voters has their mind made up.its not the campaign or manifestos that will change who they vote for....Maame Charlotte I beg don't do this.
KOO 7 years ago
Dragging this case to the Supreme court show that the EC's image has been dented hence the rush to the Apex court for clarity.We are all waiting for the final decision.
Dragging this case to the Supreme court show that the EC's image has been dented hence the rush to the Apex court for clarity.We are all waiting for the final decision.
abele 7 years ago
this wanton defiance from the EC will amount to nothing.just wasting our time and ears
this wanton defiance from the EC will amount to nothing.just wasting our time and ears
Prof. Issifu, USA 7 years ago
It's now clear the EC is working for the NDC. If she's working for Ghana, she wouldn't challenge the high court ruling at all.
It's now clear the EC is working for the NDC. If she's working for Ghana, she wouldn't challenge the high court ruling at all.
kweku trouble 7 years ago
You are not a professor. No educated person will be making this lame argument.
You are not a professor. No educated person will be making this lame argument.
Ama Texas 7 years ago
Pride goes before fall is jx some few days to elections but look at what you are doing since from day one you haven't won any case in the court but you are still continuing it why you need a counsel maame
Pride goes before fall is jx some few days to elections but look at what you are doing since from day one you haven't won any case in the court but you are still continuing it why you need a counsel maame
Papa Nii 7 years ago
EC CHAIRPERSON MUST RESIGNED.
EC CHAIRPERSON MUST RESIGNED.
Uncle Philip 7 years ago
Akuffu Addo looks like a horrible mammal in the sea. The mammal is called TANTRA. Akuffu Addo is very ugly.
Akuffu Addo looks like a horrible mammal in the sea. The mammal is called TANTRA. Akuffu Addo is very ugly.
bill 7 years ago
You will die before your time.
And your children will be failures in life.
A fool insulting the elderly for no apparent reason.
You will die before your time.
And your children will be failures in life.
A fool insulting the elderly for no apparent reason.
Kevin LA USA 7 years ago
How can a responsible Judge who suppose to know best allow himself to be bought by PPP money and pass this judgment. A criminal suspect can now runs to court without fear of throwing his case out. That is dent on Judiciary. S ... read full comment
How can a responsible Judge who suppose to know best allow himself to be bought by PPP money and pass this judgment. A criminal suspect can now runs to court without fear of throwing his case out. That is dent on Judiciary. So what happened to the pending criminal case. Stupid Corrupt Judge.
Victor Hugo 7 years ago
Queen's English crucified and buried: It is "a responsible Judge who is supposed to know best" please, not " a responsible Judge who suppose to know best"and "a criminal suspect can now run to Court.' not" a criminal suspect ... read full comment
Queen's English crucified and buried: It is "a responsible Judge who is supposed to know best" please, not " a responsible Judge who suppose to know best"and "a criminal suspect can now run to Court.' not" a criminal suspect can now runs to Court'
Akwasi 7 years ago
The intransigence of Charlotte will soon hit a snag and her reputation will be damaged for life. What's the point of appealing a decision that earns you nothing?
The intransigence of Charlotte will soon hit a snag and her reputation will be damaged for life. What's the point of appealing a decision that earns you nothing?
Frank Spencer 7 years ago
little did nana know he was saying good bye to Mahama not knowing he was saying his last good bye to Ghanaians.
little did nana know he was saying good bye to Mahama not knowing he was saying his last good bye to Ghanaians.
63 7 years ago
Atuguba JSC decision in the 2012 election petition has come back to haunt him.
The EC has to prove criminality on the surface of the nomination forms which necessitated the disqualification of PKN, when the CI calls for an a ... read full comment
Atuguba JSC decision in the 2012 election petition has come back to haunt him.
The EC has to prove criminality on the surface of the nomination forms which necessitated the disqualification of PKN, when the CI calls for an amendment on the surface of the forms.
If a case of criminality is proven, that does not still preclude PKN from still amending or altering his forms.
It will be a matter between the EC and the signee.
Whichever way the EC looks at it, PKN will be on the ballot and Mahama's dreams of padding his votes with that of PKN's, has suffered a severe jolt. The EC will not have taken this action, if it is true, but for Mahama's stress levels and desperation. It is at play here as the picture has gotten clearer and is getting much clearer now.
Volta is blocked, Central is getting closed, the 3 Northern regions is boot for boot, BA is out, now you get the picture?
Mahama's desperation is very heavy in this one. You can literally feel it in the air. That is how an incumbent president losing an election looks like.
Kevin LA USA 7 years ago
No time to argue with illeterate like you. The form itself is and evidence. Go back to your law school and come again.
No time to argue with illeterate like you. The form itself is and evidence. Go back to your law school and come again.
63 7 years ago
Hehehehe....
You are crying just like Mahama...lol.
He's losing and you know who will throw this case out, Atuguba JSC.
Get a bucket and go and join Mahama as you help him pack from the Flagstaff House whilst crying togeth ... read full comment
Hehehehe....
You are crying just like Mahama...lol.
He's losing and you know who will throw this case out, Atuguba JSC.
Get a bucket and go and join Mahama as you help him pack from the Flagstaff House whilst crying together.
He is losing baaasaaaaaaaa. Once again the EC will have to prove beyond reasonable doubt that a crime was committed wilfully on the part of the signee and if proven, it is a matter between the EC and the signee. Nduom is going to be on the ballot and Mahama will not get to pad his votes with PKN's supporters.
Go and get the bucket and start wailing because Mahama is going.
yaaah 7 years ago
Who forged? Ndum or the person who signed?
Who forged? Ndum or the person who signed?
Dessie 7 years ago
Ghana judicial system is corrupt inspite of outrageous scandals exposed recently
Ghana judicial system is corrupt inspite of outrageous scandals exposed recently
Okele 7 years ago
Carry on woman, we dey your back. Show them your powers.
Carry on woman, we dey your back. Show them your powers.
Mahama72 & Montie3 7 years ago
Now show boating Ayikoo Otoo your show boating has been cut short. Next time you show curtail useless pomposity.
Now show boating Ayikoo Otoo your show boating has been cut short. Next time you show curtail useless pomposity.
ORKORDIE 7 years ago
As for this, I knew it before it happened. The EC has been too quiet and I knew they were digging for something at the Supreme Court.
As for this, I knew it before it happened. The EC has been too quiet and I knew they were digging for something at the Supreme Court.
kofi 7 years ago
NOT PUBLIC POLICY, NDC DICTATORSHIP. THIS SHOWS CLEARLY THAT NDC HAD A HAND IN THE DISQUALIFICATION . THEY ARE AFRAID OF PAA KWASI IN CENTRAL REGION. BASE ON WHO/WHAT KUM ATTA MILLS STRATEGY.
NOT PUBLIC POLICY, NDC DICTATORSHIP. THIS SHOWS CLEARLY THAT NDC HAD A HAND IN THE DISQUALIFICATION . THEY ARE AFRAID OF PAA KWASI IN CENTRAL REGION. BASE ON WHO/WHAT KUM ATTA MILLS STRATEGY.
Twum 7 years ago
I think it is a step in the right directions. These npp judges are a big threat to the peace of this nation. I wonder why they rather don,t conduct the elections. What is special about Ndoum for them to break the rules for hi ... read full comment
I think it is a step in the right directions. These npp judges are a big threat to the peace of this nation. I wonder why they rather don,t conduct the elections. What is special about Ndoum for them to break the rules for him to participate in the elections, whiles others are left out? We all know the reasons behind this criminal rulling by there useless and corrupt npp judges. How much did Ndoum pay them? Goatd and sheep. Fresh snails and mushroom. Foolish and corrupt npp lawyers. We are watching them.If they think they can cause confusion in this country and run away, then they lie bad. We shall hunt then and kill them one by one including their wives and children.
black magic 7 years ago
Traditional Satanism is not simply an inversion, but a complete rejection of the images of a
0244908520particular culture, religion, or philosophy. From there a Satanist uses those images against the ethos itself, that was ... read full comment
Traditional Satanism is not simply an inversion, but a complete rejection of the images of a
0244908520particular culture, religion, or philosophy. From there a Satanist uses those images against the ethos itself, that was once his own conditioning. Persons who participate in traditional Satanic masses sometimes experience a king of 'sartori', a sudden enlightenment, to an increase in their own consciousness, and feeling stronger and satisfied because they had broken with the constraining opposites. In other words, at its highest level Satanism uncovers what the ethos of a particular community or society has covered up through images, dogma, words and ideas, returning the individual to the primal chaos out of which 'opposites' were created." ~ Magister Hagur, Temple of Atazoth Office
Adwoaba kojo 7 years ago
EC fear Nduom can fight Ndc this election that's why she is doing all this to ppp.
EC fear Nduom can fight Ndc this election that's why she is doing all this to ppp.
Swatti 7 years ago
Why is EC wasting time and money on this? Just give a period of 5 days for the aspirants to correct their filing documents, simple. No wonder few trust arrogant Charlotte Osei and the EC.
Why is EC wasting time and money on this? Just give a period of 5 days for the aspirants to correct their filing documents, simple. No wonder few trust arrogant Charlotte Osei and the EC.
Mortious 7 years ago
This stupid lady
This stupid lady
apuuuu 7 years ago
Charlotte Osei will lose this case at Supreme Court she needs to be careful she wasting taxpayers with a case that she is not going to win apuuuu
Charlotte Osei will lose this case at Supreme Court she needs to be careful she wasting taxpayers with a case that she is not going to win apuuuu
apuuuu 7 years ago
Charlotte Osei will lose this case at Supreme Court she needs to be careful she wasting taxpayers money with a case that she is not going to win apuuuu
Charlotte Osei will lose this case at Supreme Court she needs to be careful she wasting taxpayers money with a case that she is not going to win apuuuu
Effo 7 years ago
Eiiiii so this woman is an NDC, can u choose for Ghanaian whom to stand for president. Eii
Eiiiii so this woman is an NDC, can u choose for Ghanaian whom to stand for president. Eii
Afia 7 years ago
GOD plzzzzz huv mercy. Luk at jux one faithful child of urs in d c'try n save us frm d chaos d devil is planting. Pleaaaase Lord. I cnt n refuse t b a refugee.
GOD plzzzzz huv mercy. Luk at jux one faithful child of urs in d c'try n save us frm d chaos d devil is planting. Pleaaaase Lord. I cnt n refuse t b a refugee.
KABA EDWARD 7 years ago
If suspected criminals are allowed to correct their alleged crimes then the police and the courts will have little work to do and the nation would have been chiotic
If suspected criminals are allowed to correct their alleged crimes then the police and the courts will have little work to do and the nation would have been chiotic
yaaah 7 years ago
Who is the suspected criminal Ndum or the person who signed?
Did Ndum know a crime had been committed? EC would have to prove that in court
Who is the suspected criminal Ndum or the person who signed?
Did Ndum know a crime had been committed? EC would have to prove that in court
Divine 7 years ago
WAY FORWARD ! I am sure the NDC should just better keep doing their better Ghana agenda , because the election cannot take place until this matter is cleared ,thus!
WAY FORWARD ! I am sure the NDC should just better keep doing their better Ghana agenda , because the election cannot take place until this matter is cleared ,thus!
Canadasheabutter@ YYZ 7 years ago
God bless the Electoral Commission of Ghana. Acquah Blay Miezah was disqualified becausevhe filed late. Forgery was cited in the case of Nduom.
Ms Charlotte please advise your staff not comment or try the file in the medi ... read full comment
God bless the Electoral Commission of Ghana. Acquah Blay Miezah was disqualified becausevhe filed late. Forgery was cited in the case of Nduom.
Ms Charlotte please advise your staff not comment or try the file in the media
jake 7 years ago
show of arrogance will only bring you (challote osei) and the Ndc to their kneels
show of arrogance will only bring you (challote osei) and the Ndc to their kneels
Amenyo, Tema 7 years ago
'Kokoase' ruling. This trend of some judges with 'certain' tribal names tries to cement public perception about them. However this is not to say that they are all of the same character-NO! except B**f**r.
'Kokoase' ruling. This trend of some judges with 'certain' tribal names tries to cement public perception about them. However this is not to say that they are all of the same character-NO! except B**f**r.
John K. 7 years ago
Brilliant, Sir. We simply lack the courage and will power to uphold the rule of law. How offend have people breached the law and it is classified as "an internal matter." who is suffering? The man at the bottom of the ladd ... read full comment
Brilliant, Sir. We simply lack the courage and will power to uphold the rule of law. How offend have people breached the law and it is classified as "an internal matter." who is suffering? The man at the bottom of the ladder. What a shame. Thank you Mr. Unlearned.
Peniz Chopper 7 years ago
Let the Supreme Court have the ultimate say. I hope the Chief Justice has no vested interested in the outcome and is truly independent umpire.
At the end of the day, all this goes a long way in strengthening our state ins ... read full comment
Let the Supreme Court have the ultimate say. I hope the Chief Justice has no vested interested in the outcome and is truly independent umpire.
At the end of the day, all this goes a long way in strengthening our state institutions and further deepening our democracy.
Am not a fun of Nduom. He isn't politically astute and he is also in connivance with the NPP, just as the other parties, to decimate NDC votes in the Volta region by choosing running mate from that region. Never in our political history have we had these many running mates from the Volta region. I can count between 4 to 5 running mates from the Volta region.
The NPP strategy in this election comes down to one thing; divide and conquer with LIES!
DJEBE 13(DZODZE ) 7 years ago
blame mahama for what is happening now,hmmmmmm indeed women deserve to be in kitchen nyetepe
blame mahama for what is happening now,hmmmmmm indeed women deserve to be in kitchen nyetepe
modzason 7 years ago
if PPP is giving the consideration then all others disqualified should be provided the opportunity as a fair game. ec should be allowed to exercise the authority it has for credibility. ec is autonomous and that order must b ... read full comment
if PPP is giving the consideration then all others disqualified should be provided the opportunity as a fair game. ec should be allowed to exercise the authority it has for credibility. ec is autonomous and that order must be respected.
fire man 7 years ago
I support de ec she should appeal it
I support de ec she should appeal it
Victor Hugo 7 years ago
Can you imagine Nduom being handcuffed and sent to Nsawam prison?Dreaming of being President and the next moment finding oneself in jail.
Can you imagine Nduom being handcuffed and sent to Nsawam prison?Dreaming of being President and the next moment finding oneself in jail.
THE CRUSADER 7 years ago
Was look at their signboard and they are dabbling about loggo just to steal the donations from suffering UK and America.shaaaame!.Bias and ndc orieted ec GOD is watching you as tomorrow comes,amen.
Was look at their signboard and they are dabbling about loggo just to steal the donations from suffering UK and America.shaaaame!.Bias and ndc orieted ec GOD is watching you as tomorrow comes,amen.
jagadu 7 years ago
Please can somebody stop this bitch before she drives Ghana into chaos and war. Why is EC so determined to disqualify other parties. This woman should go? What is the Council of Elders doing? I am scared for Ghana because of ... read full comment
Please can somebody stop this bitch before she drives Ghana into chaos and war. Why is EC so determined to disqualify other parties. This woman should go? What is the Council of Elders doing? I am scared for Ghana because of this bitch. If anything happens she will be the first to go!
Akple and Abolo 7 years ago
Only Ashantis and Akyems who luck education shall agreed with the high court judgement. How a serious crime should be amended instead police investigation.
Only Ashantis and Akyems who luck education shall agreed with the high court judgement. How a serious crime should be amended instead police investigation.
Victor Hugo 7 years ago
Akple and Abolo lacks Education: it is" Only the Ashantis and the Akyems who lack Education can agree with the High Court judgement' please, not "Only Ashantis and Akyems who luck education shall agreed with the High Court ju ... read full comment
Akple and Abolo lacks Education: it is" Only the Ashantis and the Akyems who lack Education can agree with the High Court judgement' please, not "Only Ashantis and Akyems who luck education shall agreed with the High Court judgement.
pocket lawyer. 7 years ago
LAWYER AYI KOI OTOO MUST PREPARE HIMSELF PROPERLY BECAUSE THE SUPRIME COURT WILL LECTURE HIM PROPERLY BYTHE LAWS THAT GOVERNS ELECTROAL RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE COUNTRY,HE MUST BEAR IN MIND THAT THE ELECTROAL COMMISSION ... read full comment
LAWYER AYI KOI OTOO MUST PREPARE HIMSELF PROPERLY BECAUSE THE SUPRIME COURT WILL LECTURE HIM PROPERLY BYTHE LAWS THAT GOVERNS ELECTROAL RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE COUNTRY,HE MUST BEAR IN MIND THAT THE ELECTROAL COMMISSION HAVE ALMOST THE ENTIRE EXPERINCED LAWYERS AT THEIR DISPOSAL,FORGERY IS A CRIME PUNISHABLE BY PRISON SENTENCE. AYI KOI OTOO THE FORMER ATTORNEY GENERAL OF GHANA MUST RECOGNISE THIS SIMPLE BASIC FACT.
Ayubs 7 years ago
ec, Ghana did belong to you but you belong to Ghana
ec, Ghana did belong to you but you belong to Ghana
Alberto 7 years ago
I totally agree with the EC. These were not just errors that need to be over looked and corrected
I totally agree with the EC. These were not just errors that need to be over looked and corrected
BABANA 7 years ago
I am so much disappointed in EC.Ghana my mother land,what is happening us.
I am so much disappointed in EC.Ghana my mother land,what is happening us.
KILL ME SOFTLY 7 years ago
Tweeeeeeaaaaaa
Tweeeeeeaaaaaa
clearance seedorf 7 years ago
Charlotte Osei think Ghana belongs to her. What kind of arrogant woman are you? If care is not taking, this woman will plunge our beloved country Ghana into chaos.
Charlotte Osei think Ghana belongs to her. What kind of arrogant woman are you? If care is not taking, this woman will plunge our beloved country Ghana into chaos.
Nana Yaw Asare 7 years ago
Both PKN and the 'unlearned' judge Barfour should bow down their heads in shame.
Now to those of you who are clothed with political tapoline and wearing googles of same should keep mute.
Charlotte is not planting war, s ... read full comment
Both PKN and the 'unlearned' judge Barfour should bow down their heads in shame.
Now to those of you who are clothed with political tapoline and wearing googles of same should keep mute.
Charlotte is not planting war, she's not showing anybody 'where power lies', she's not arrogant either. The interest she has in the case, if you care to know, is to uphold the laws of Ghana.
Has any of you bothered to find out if there was line of declaration by the aspirant on the form to the effect that the information s/he was providing was to the best of his/her knowledge true and accurate?
So if the aspirant was found to have done the opposite with full knowledge, do you call that clerical error?
If any of you finds someone to have stolen your property, just ask the thief to return the property because you find the act to be an error. And advise the theif not to do such again another time. You guys can't think far indeed.
Someday all of you will applaud Charlotte.
yaaah 7 years ago
YAW
Am happy u said to the best of his knowledge. EC would have to prove that Ndum knew the person who signed the form lied
YAW
Am happy u said to the best of his knowledge. EC would have to prove that Ndum knew the person who signed the form lied
Nana Adjoa 7 years ago
Atubuga is ready to overturn the decision so Nduom will not share Central, Western and Volta regions votes.
Atubuga is ready to overturn the decision so Nduom will not share Central, Western and Volta regions votes.
GIWA-AFLAO 7 years ago
THIS WOMAN HAD BEEN FAILING ALL HER FIGHTS AND YET Don't ADVICE HERSELF.
SHE SHALL BE THE FIRST PERSON TO DIE AS SHE IS TRYING TO BREED WAR!!!!!!!!
THIS WOMAN HAD BEEN FAILING ALL HER FIGHTS AND YET Don't ADVICE HERSELF.
SHE SHALL BE THE FIRST PERSON TO DIE AS SHE IS TRYING TO BREED WAR!!!!!!!!
k. b.frimpong 7 years ago
is it electoral commission of Ghana or Charlotte osei commission of Ghana? if ec thinks it is independent,why should they send their rules to parliament for approval ? Anything that does not go down well with ec,you see NDC p ... read full comment
is it electoral commission of Ghana or Charlotte osei commission of Ghana? if ec thinks it is independent,why should they send their rules to parliament for approval ? Anything that does not go down well with ec,you see NDC people defending!was David annan was around when ec was making their rules for approval?for less than three years,the ec has been taken to court twelve times and lost most of the cases .if Charlotte osei commission thinks it is doing the right thing, why loosing moat of the cases?
Kofi Ghana 7 years ago
I think the EC chair needs more embarrassment than she got from the high Court. Shameless woman .
I think the EC chair needs more embarrassment than she got from the high Court. Shameless woman .
SAMPSON 7 years ago
I think the EC is on a rather mischievous mission. What do they want to achieve at all?
I think the EC is on a rather mischievous mission. What do they want to achieve at all?
Kofi 7 years ago
Ballot has already been printed without Nduom hence her decision to contest the ruling. Financial loss
Ballot has already been printed without Nduom hence her decision to contest the ruling. Financial loss
larry 7 years ago
Nobody should under rate our judiciary service.they were there because of we the citizen. OSEI should understand the judiciary is bigger than Her.I beg the judges to work hard for ALMIGHTY ALLAH sick,they should stand tall a ... read full comment
Nobody should under rate our judiciary service.they were there because of we the citizen. OSEI should understand the judiciary is bigger than Her.I beg the judges to work hard for ALMIGHTY ALLAH sick,they should stand tall and let the lady know her stand.
Jack B 7 years ago
GHANA WILL SUFFER UNDER THIS WHORE OF A WOMAN
GHANA WILL SUFFER UNDER THIS WHORE OF A WOMAN
Ali 7 years ago
Madam Harlot Osei is in bed with Mbehame John and his NDC party thus her resorting to gymastics but this will not fly in Ghana this time she will have to retire with her boyfriend Mbehame John with their disgraceful acts.
Madam Harlot Osei is in bed with Mbehame John and his NDC party thus her resorting to gymastics but this will not fly in Ghana this time she will have to retire with her boyfriend Mbehame John with their disgraceful acts.
Ekow Samuel. 7 years ago
The SC HEADS OF AG AND CJ MUST TO SEAL THIS and let Papa Kwesi Nduom's correction from of error must to be accept once and immediatly for avoid shameing comes of the society in our mother-land ghana and not all the time it ... read full comment
The SC HEADS OF AG AND CJ MUST TO SEAL THIS and let Papa Kwesi Nduom's correction from of error must to be accept once and immediatly for avoid shameing comes of the society in our mother-land ghana and not all the time it comes that they lose their talent of plitriks and it is democracy and its way of Justics of them,God bless you wo Nyame ne dzen mu,and once again forward-ever,God bless you and oman ghana!.
JOHN 7 years ago
I SAID IT. THE EC LAWYER AND THE NPP JUDGE CONDONED AND CONNIVED TO THROW THE CASE IN FAVOUR OF NDUOM. I AM OPTIMISTIC THE RULING WAS INFLUENCED BY MONEY. LOOK AT HOW THE EC LAWYER TOLD THE COURT THAT THERE WILL BE NO APPEAL. ... read full comment
I SAID IT. THE EC LAWYER AND THE NPP JUDGE CONDONED AND CONNIVED TO THROW THE CASE IN FAVOUR OF NDUOM. I AM OPTIMISTIC THE RULING WAS INFLUENCED BY MONEY. LOOK AT HOW THE EC LAWYER TOLD THE COURT THAT THERE WILL BE NO APPEAL. THIS EC LAWYER MUST BE SACKED.
Papa 7 years ago
Even if they have a case, pardoning of Muntie 3, which was an insult in the face of e judges will influence this matter. The judges will by instinct not give a ruling which could indirectly inure to e benefit of the NDC
Even if they have a case, pardoning of Muntie 3, which was an insult in the face of e judges will influence this matter. The judges will by instinct not give a ruling which could indirectly inure to e benefit of the NDC
Bulala 7 years ago
I as an an ndc man am not happy about the EC challenging the verdict of the court. PPP will always take a 1% of NPP's votes. This will give the .7 that gives NDC the victory. I pray the PPP wins at the supreme Court.
I as an an ndc man am not happy about the EC challenging the verdict of the court. PPP will always take a 1% of NPP's votes. This will give the .7 that gives NDC the victory. I pray the PPP wins at the supreme Court.
Kofi K 7 years ago
The EC must resign in bulk. Shame to them.
The EC must resign in bulk. Shame to them.
YAA 7 years ago
This old man bribed the judge .He is fake
This old man bribed the judge .He is fake
kofi 7 years ago
The high court judge doesn't know the difference between forgery and error.Shameful judge
The high court judge doesn't know the difference between forgery and error.Shameful judge
***HAIL SAMIRA!!!!!! SHE CAN'T TAKE THE NDC SHIT!!!!!!............... Speaking about the NDC campaign and justifying why she describes president mahama as a “useless president”, she said that Ghanaians are suffering while ...
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MRS CHARLOTTE ODEGBAMI ALIAS OSEI IS OUT OF ORDER. SHE CANT STOP NDUOM FROM SPLITTING NDC VOTES IN CENTRAL & WESTERN REGIONS, NANA KONADU FROM SPLITTING NDC VOTES IN ASHANTI & VOLTA REGIONS NOR EDWARD MAHAMA FROM SPLITTING ND ...
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THIS GUY HAS REVEALED THE TRUTH BEHIND NDOUMS ROLE AS FLAGBEARER BUT U IDIOTS SHD REMEMBER NDOUM IS MR 1%.SPLITTING VOTES INDEED.IF NANA QUAPRUDLE IS SO POPULAR NPPS WONT NEED NDOUM. SERIAL LOSERS WIYH KALYPPO CAMPAIGN
Do you guys still have faces to defend this Mahama government? Unbelievable
this phrase 'u guys' make me sick in my stomach
kalyppos drink makes them stupid
MRS CHARLOTTE IS OUT OF ORDER. WILL SOMEONE STOP HER BEFORE SHE DRIVES GHANA INTO CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS & TURMOIL. COUNCIL OF STATE HAS TURNED INTO MAHAMA POODLE SO CANT ACT. KENNEDY AGYAPONG WASNT FAR FROM THE TRUTH EITHER
After the NDC induced arbitrary disqualification of presidential candidates was quashed by the Accra High Court, what Ayariga said was not different from what the majority of Ghanaians believes and said about the EC and its i ...
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THE FULANI IS CAMPAIGNING AND GOING TO VOTE BUT HER MIDGET HUSBAND FOUGHT TO DISQUALIFY EWES.NOW THE HANGING DOG NEEDS THEIR VOTES SO HE IS CREEPING AROUND VOLTA WITHOUT BAWUMIA ON A FLY BY NIGHT MISSON IMPOSSIBLE. WEASELS
Gyimi gyimii.. No one get time for a fool.
Mrs Osei,this election is so close.Behave yourself and let the process continue.
EC THIEVES/LIARS/ NDC THIEVES/LIARS
NDUOM WILL SCATTER VOTES IN CENTRAL & WESTERN REGIONS, NO DOUBT. IN THE VOLTA REGION MICHAEL SOSU & ANYIDOHO ARE VOLTARIAN RUNNING MATES OF TWO PARTIES. NDC'S WORLD BANK IS NOT A GUARANTEE.
What is the EC's interest in this case . Hey this woman will destroy Ghana for us oooooooooooo
It's the EC which is being coluded to disqualify candidate with reputation because it is to the detriment of the ndc. Now if you fail in your appeal, your image is going to be found in the public toilet. But if you win, you w ...
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You (in this case Nduom) lied on your admission form that you had 4As when you clearly dont have it and expect to be called to correct it in the name of natural justice. And if it is not noticed, hurray you would be given the ...
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Ndc wants to steal the election. They want ppp supporters to vote ndc and dat is why mahama is pressuring harlotte osei and her nasty nyash to disqualify Nduom by any means but Nduom is too hardheaded and the judiciary in gha ...
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THE LAW CANNOT BE TRUSTED TO BE SENSIBLE OR FAIR.
THE APPEAL COURT MAY GIVE A DIFFERENT VERDICT DEPENDING ON HOW THE LAW IS INTERPRETED BY THE APPEAL COURT JUDGE.
THE EC WOULD LIKE TO SHOW IGNORANT PEOPLE LIKE YOU THAT ...
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The Supreme court is the final say and we shall know if forged signatures are accepted in endorsing our future presidents.
This EC is evil woman.
A clerical error and forgery of a signature is a crime. The court's ruling allows Ndoum to correct these serious flaws which he(Ndoum) agreed were wrong on his form.
By extension, anyone in the future even in a corruption ...
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Am 100% agreed with you.
Didn't the EC give Nduom Ghc. 1,750 for Ghc 1,750, 000? What is the EC's interest in this issue? How does it affect the EC if Nduom amends and alter? NDC is shameless!
EC is talking about forged signature here not over payment or under payment here.
I hope the Judge has not taken any bribe yet.This is a simple matter the Judge should have taken it simple.It's a shame to the COURTS in Ghana.
The action of EC is the best way forward. Its for the supreme court to direct the EC the action to take if a crime is noticed on the form submitted by a presidential candidate. Personally I see the judgement from the high cou ...
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We must say that Charlotte and her EC don't want the election to be held this year, period! Whatever evil plot Charlotte and her NDC paymasters have shall fall on their heads.
Was it Charlotte and NDC that told Nduom to forge his documents? These are signs of corruption..
NO SURPRISE ON THE EC STAND. SHE IS BENT ON CHEATING OR RIGGING THE ELECTIONS FOR MAHAMAH. THE APPEAL IS WHAT ANAN SAID. MAHAMAH LAWYERS MET AND DELIBERATED ON THE APPEAL, HENCE EC CHAIR COMING OUT WITH WHAT MAHAMAH HAS ORDER ...
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By Kofi Ata, Cambridge
Last Friday, Justice Eric K Baffour, a High Court made a very interesting judgement in the case of the Republic versus Mrs Charlotte Osei, the Electoral Commission; Ex Parte Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom ov ...
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Kojo your explanation is holistic, unbiased and very very sensible.
I think you are more learned than the so called 'learned' Im now 100% with the EC. THANK YOU KOJO
Hi Kofi Ata, Cambridge,
Your post is interesting. Please repost this with more evidence and share on the opinions column. It is very insightful
KOfI Ata, kudos your submission, superb and educative especially to the Npp so-called learned friends.
Let me ask u this question 1)Was the 2 different signatures signed by Nduom?
2)Who committed the crime by signing 2different signatures?
3)What does the law say when a candidate forms is not having the required signatories? ...
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Law is law and based not on sentiments,common sense and opinions.
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I hope everybody on this forum reads this.
Ei Kifi Ata Cambridge, aka Kojo! Hmmm... you are both Kofi and Kojo? Your piece is very illuminating and I guess that is the way we are heading. Nduom and the others disqualified must forget about 2016. They won't get on the ...
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Very superb
Brilliantly worded
Very objective and straightforward
Thanks for d education
IT IS NOT THE ACT OF DISQUALIFYING THEM THAT IS THE ISSUE BUT THE FAILURE BY EC TO GIVE THEM OPPORTUNITY TO AMEND THE ERRORS AS PROVIDED BY LAW. THE LAW IS UNAMBIGIUOS ON THAT A CANDIDATE WHO BY DINT OF ERROR IS DISQUALIFIED ...
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This EC commissioners will plunge Ghana into chaos! She is full of herself and a danger to Ghana.
This is the kind of woman we should be proud of.strict .very strict so that people do not take things for granted.
Electoralcommissioner is waging an unprecedented legal war in Ghanaian politics.She must just resign her seat and leave the scene unless she is being paid by an interested party. Her so called appeal in the Nduom case is nons ...
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Nduom committed a fraudulent act under Ghana election rules. He did not make an error which can be corrected.
THE forms are legal documents. Allowing one person to sign twice and with different signatures is fraudulen ...
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Ahhhhhhhjh ....read law ...."candidates should be allowed time to amend application forms" .....Time for these people to go ....mahama worried about million odd votes they will take away from the pot as he has already lost ov ...
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You lied on your admission form that you had 4As when you clearly dont and expect to be called to correct it in the name of natural justice yea? And if it is not noticed you would have been given the best course in the univer ...
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The chief Justice assured the whole nation only last week that pending court cases would not affect the election time table. If juvenile Charlotte is taking the very first case of 12 to the appeals court, when there are only ...
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NONSENSE WHEN NDOUM TOOK HIS CASE TO COURT DIDNT HE KNOW THE ELECTION WOULD BE DELAYED.DIDNT U RETARDS APPLAUD? WHATEVER THE RULING THE SUP CT WILL PROVIDE FINALITY. ITS NOT FOR THAT COCAINE MISSING IN CT ROOM JUDGE TO DICTAT ...
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EC boss you are behaving like there is no tomorrow pride goes before fall so becareful of what you are doing is jx few weeks to elections look what you are doing from day one you are always in court look you are not above ...
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The the fcuk is wrong with the EC? Does she need fire in their ass or 'kakatsofa' aka ginger in her somewhere before she wake up? I been saying to myself all along that they need to let everyone be on the ballot paper but I a ...
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Dragging this case to the Supreme court show that the EC's image has been dented hence the rush to the Apex court for clarity.We are all waiting for the final decision.
this wanton defiance from the EC will amount to nothing.just wasting our time and ears
It's now clear the EC is working for the NDC. If she's working for Ghana, she wouldn't challenge the high court ruling at all.
You are not a professor. No educated person will be making this lame argument.
Pride goes before fall is jx some few days to elections but look at what you are doing since from day one you haven't won any case in the court but you are still continuing it why you need a counsel maame
EC CHAIRPERSON MUST RESIGNED.
Akuffu Addo looks like a horrible mammal in the sea. The mammal is called TANTRA. Akuffu Addo is very ugly.
You will die before your time.
And your children will be failures in life.
A fool insulting the elderly for no apparent reason.
How can a responsible Judge who suppose to know best allow himself to be bought by PPP money and pass this judgment. A criminal suspect can now runs to court without fear of throwing his case out. That is dent on Judiciary. S ...
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Queen's English crucified and buried: It is "a responsible Judge who is supposed to know best" please, not " a responsible Judge who suppose to know best"and "a criminal suspect can now run to Court.' not" a criminal suspect ...
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The intransigence of Charlotte will soon hit a snag and her reputation will be damaged for life. What's the point of appealing a decision that earns you nothing?
little did nana know he was saying good bye to Mahama not knowing he was saying his last good bye to Ghanaians.
Atuguba JSC decision in the 2012 election petition has come back to haunt him.
The EC has to prove criminality on the surface of the nomination forms which necessitated the disqualification of PKN, when the CI calls for an a ...
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No time to argue with illeterate like you. The form itself is and evidence. Go back to your law school and come again.
Hehehehe....
You are crying just like Mahama...lol.
He's losing and you know who will throw this case out, Atuguba JSC.
Get a bucket and go and join Mahama as you help him pack from the Flagstaff House whilst crying togeth ...
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Who forged? Ndum or the person who signed?
Ghana judicial system is corrupt inspite of outrageous scandals exposed recently
Carry on woman, we dey your back. Show them your powers.
Now show boating Ayikoo Otoo your show boating has been cut short. Next time you show curtail useless pomposity.
As for this, I knew it before it happened. The EC has been too quiet and I knew they were digging for something at the Supreme Court.
NOT PUBLIC POLICY, NDC DICTATORSHIP. THIS SHOWS CLEARLY THAT NDC HAD A HAND IN THE DISQUALIFICATION . THEY ARE AFRAID OF PAA KWASI IN CENTRAL REGION. BASE ON WHO/WHAT KUM ATTA MILLS STRATEGY.
I think it is a step in the right directions. These npp judges are a big threat to the peace of this nation. I wonder why they rather don,t conduct the elections. What is special about Ndoum for them to break the rules for hi ...
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EC fear Nduom can fight Ndc this election that's why she is doing all this to ppp.
Why is EC wasting time and money on this? Just give a period of 5 days for the aspirants to correct their filing documents, simple. No wonder few trust arrogant Charlotte Osei and the EC.
This stupid lady
Charlotte Osei will lose this case at Supreme Court she needs to be careful she wasting taxpayers with a case that she is not going to win apuuuu
Charlotte Osei will lose this case at Supreme Court she needs to be careful she wasting taxpayers money with a case that she is not going to win apuuuu
Eiiiii so this woman is an NDC, can u choose for Ghanaian whom to stand for president. Eii
GOD plzzzzz huv mercy. Luk at jux one faithful child of urs in d c'try n save us frm d chaos d devil is planting. Pleaaaase Lord. I cnt n refuse t b a refugee.
If suspected criminals are allowed to correct their alleged crimes then the police and the courts will have little work to do and the nation would have been chiotic
Who is the suspected criminal Ndum or the person who signed?
Did Ndum know a crime had been committed? EC would have to prove that in court
WAY FORWARD ! I am sure the NDC should just better keep doing their better Ghana agenda , because the election cannot take place until this matter is cleared ,thus!
God bless the Electoral Commission of Ghana. Acquah Blay Miezah was disqualified becausevhe filed late. Forgery was cited in the case of Nduom.
Ms Charlotte please advise your staff not comment or try the file in the medi ...
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show of arrogance will only bring you (challote osei) and the Ndc to their kneels
'Kokoase' ruling. This trend of some judges with 'certain' tribal names tries to cement public perception about them. However this is not to say that they are all of the same character-NO! except B**f**r.
Brilliant, Sir. We simply lack the courage and will power to uphold the rule of law. How offend have people breached the law and it is classified as "an internal matter." who is suffering? The man at the bottom of the ladd ...
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Let the Supreme Court have the ultimate say. I hope the Chief Justice has no vested interested in the outcome and is truly independent umpire.
At the end of the day, all this goes a long way in strengthening our state ins ...
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blame mahama for what is happening now,hmmmmmm indeed women deserve to be in kitchen nyetepe
if PPP is giving the consideration then all others disqualified should be provided the opportunity as a fair game. ec should be allowed to exercise the authority it has for credibility. ec is autonomous and that order must b ...
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I support de ec she should appeal it
Can you imagine Nduom being handcuffed and sent to Nsawam prison?Dreaming of being President and the next moment finding oneself in jail.
Was look at their signboard and they are dabbling about loggo just to steal the donations from suffering UK and America.shaaaame!.Bias and ndc orieted ec GOD is watching you as tomorrow comes,amen.
Please can somebody stop this bitch before she drives Ghana into chaos and war. Why is EC so determined to disqualify other parties. This woman should go? What is the Council of Elders doing? I am scared for Ghana because of ...
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Only Ashantis and Akyems who luck education shall agreed with the high court judgement. How a serious crime should be amended instead police investigation.
Akple and Abolo lacks Education: it is" Only the Ashantis and the Akyems who lack Education can agree with the High Court judgement' please, not "Only Ashantis and Akyems who luck education shall agreed with the High Court ju ...
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LAWYER AYI KOI OTOO MUST PREPARE HIMSELF PROPERLY BECAUSE THE SUPRIME COURT WILL LECTURE HIM PROPERLY BYTHE LAWS THAT GOVERNS ELECTROAL RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE COUNTRY,HE MUST BEAR IN MIND THAT THE ELECTROAL COMMISSION ...
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ec, Ghana did belong to you but you belong to Ghana
I totally agree with the EC. These were not just errors that need to be over looked and corrected
I am so much disappointed in EC.Ghana my mother land,what is happening us.
Tweeeeeeaaaaaa
Charlotte Osei think Ghana belongs to her. What kind of arrogant woman are you? If care is not taking, this woman will plunge our beloved country Ghana into chaos.
Both PKN and the 'unlearned' judge Barfour should bow down their heads in shame.
Now to those of you who are clothed with political tapoline and wearing googles of same should keep mute.
Charlotte is not planting war, s ...
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YAW
Am happy u said to the best of his knowledge. EC would have to prove that Ndum knew the person who signed the form lied
Atubuga is ready to overturn the decision so Nduom will not share Central, Western and Volta regions votes.
THIS WOMAN HAD BEEN FAILING ALL HER FIGHTS AND YET Don't ADVICE HERSELF.
SHE SHALL BE THE FIRST PERSON TO DIE AS SHE IS TRYING TO BREED WAR!!!!!!!!
is it electoral commission of Ghana or Charlotte osei commission of Ghana? if ec thinks it is independent,why should they send their rules to parliament for approval ? Anything that does not go down well with ec,you see NDC p ...
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I think the EC chair needs more embarrassment than she got from the high Court. Shameless woman .
I think the EC is on a rather mischievous mission. What do they want to achieve at all?
Ballot has already been printed without Nduom hence her decision to contest the ruling. Financial loss
Nobody should under rate our judiciary service.they were there because of we the citizen. OSEI should understand the judiciary is bigger than Her.I beg the judges to work hard for ALMIGHTY ALLAH sick,they should stand tall a ...
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GHANA WILL SUFFER UNDER THIS WHORE OF A WOMAN
Madam Harlot Osei is in bed with Mbehame John and his NDC party thus her resorting to gymastics but this will not fly in Ghana this time she will have to retire with her boyfriend Mbehame John with their disgraceful acts.
The SC HEADS OF AG AND CJ MUST TO SEAL THIS and let Papa Kwesi Nduom's correction from of error must to be accept once and immediatly for avoid shameing comes of the society in our mother-land ghana and not all the time it ...
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I SAID IT. THE EC LAWYER AND THE NPP JUDGE CONDONED AND CONNIVED TO THROW THE CASE IN FAVOUR OF NDUOM. I AM OPTIMISTIC THE RULING WAS INFLUENCED BY MONEY. LOOK AT HOW THE EC LAWYER TOLD THE COURT THAT THERE WILL BE NO APPEAL. ...
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Even if they have a case, pardoning of Muntie 3, which was an insult in the face of e judges will influence this matter. The judges will by instinct not give a ruling which could indirectly inure to e benefit of the NDC
I as an an ndc man am not happy about the EC challenging the verdict of the court. PPP will always take a 1% of NPP's votes. This will give the .7 that gives NDC the victory. I pray the PPP wins at the supreme Court.
The EC must resign in bulk. Shame to them.
This old man bribed the judge .He is fake
The high court judge doesn't know the difference between forgery and error.Shameful judge