Supreme Court to Hear NDC's Challenge to 6 Parliamentary Election Results

The Supreme Court of Ghana has set December 27, 2024, as the date to hear the National Democratic Congress's (NDC) case against the results of six parliamentary elections. The NDC is disputing the results of the elections in the constituencies of Ablekuma North, Okaikoi Central, Tema Central, Dome-Kwabenya, Techiman South, and Ahafo Ano North.

The party's decision to take the matter to the Supreme Court follows the High Court's ruling, which allowed the Electoral Commission (EC) to re-collate and declare results in the disputed constituencies. The NDC maintains that the High Court's decision is illegal and has taken the matter to the Supreme Court to have it reversed.

The Electoral Commission has already re-collated and declared results in seven out of nine parliamentary constituencies, with the New Patriotic Party (NPP) winning all of them. However, the NDC is challenging the results, citing irregularities and discrepancies in the electoral process.

The NDC's case is based on several grounds, including the alleged manipulation of results by the EC and the NPP. The party claims that the EC's decision to re-collate and declare results in the disputed constituencies was unlawful and violated the electoral laws of Ghana.

The Supreme Court's hearing on December 27 will be a crucial moment in the ongoing electoral dispute. The court's decision could have significant implications for the final results of the parliamentary elections and the legitimacy of the electoral process.

The NDC has expressed confidence in the Supreme Court's ability to deliver justice and uphold the rule of law. The party's leadership has urged its supporters to remain calm and peaceful, pending the outcome of the court case.

In the meantime, the EC and the NPP have been accused of attempting to subvert the electoral process and undermine the rule of law. The NDC has called on the EC and the NPP to respect the electoral laws and the constitution of Ghana.

The outcome of the Supreme Court hearing on December 27 will be eagerly awaited by Ghanaians and observers of the electoral process. The court's decision will have significant implications for the future of Ghana's democracy and the legitimacy of the electoral process.