NDC vrs EC before the law

Opinions on Thursday, October 1, 2020

Columnist: Reindolf Amankwa

2020-10-01

It is my understanding that the NDC in its usual distracting theatrical display has approached the Court of Justice for an order restricting the Election Commission from organizing and conducting its scheduled one-day “supplemental” voter registration exercise.

The Plaintiffs (ie, the NDC), as always, will rush to court, sometimes hiding behind some familiar NDC faces; organize a press conference; and, at best, showcase its long-standing historical warlike character through unnecessary street vendor demonstrations.

There is absolutely nothing wrong with going to court. At the very least, “any idiot can go to court.” However, it is appropriate to seek redress in the court of law than to go out into the street with guns.

Having been friends of the court during these nearly 4 years of the Akufo-Addo-led government, we can only urge you to hold fast to that.

They, the NDC, have the 2012 electoral petition and its ruling to guide them. That ruling also featured wise advice that stated that “elections are won in polling stations.” If they have any concerns, they should channel it to be attentive in the polling stations.

We can only ask the Court to listen to the NDC and the defendants fairly and firmly. The laws must at all times be above all other interests. If the NDC has a case, let them win the trial. Otherwise, let them be ashamed as always.

In general, the NDC should also be informed that in the event of an allegedly flawed election, the Court will open to hear them just as it did in the 2012 Election petition.