Dr Jonathan Asante Otchere, a senior lecturer and political analyst at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) says the move by the Electoral Commission (EC) to improve the credibility of the voters’ register was commendable.
Speaking in an interview on TV3 on Wednesday [October 3, 2024], Dr Ochere however said while the register has improved, a further review of the IT system is needed to prevent any possible manipulation.
At an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting on Tuesday, political parties discussed concerns about the credibility of the voter registers.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) specifically called for a more thorough audit of the EC’s IT infrastructure to address any vulnerabilities that could affect the credibility of future elections.
In this regard, Dr Ochere noted that the EC’s efforts to refine the voters’ register have boosted its credibility.
“The EC has done a good job, and its credibility has increased,” he said.
However, he stressed that the root causes of vulnerabilities, particularly within the IT system, must be addressed.
“The IT system is the backbone of the electoral process. Any weaknesses must be identified and fixed to ensure no party can manipulate the system to its advantage,” he stated.
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