National Security Minister Albert Kan Dapaah has expressed concern over what he perceives as a growing distrust in Ghana’s judiciary among politicians. He notes that the commentary from political figures ahead of the December 7 elections is troubling.
Speaking at a forum in Accra, Kan Dapaah criticized the trend of undermining the judiciary. He warned, “We may for the first time experience a situation where none of the major political parties will be willing to explore the courts to address their grievances.”
He highlighted the gravity of the situation, noting, “Indeed I have heard some senior people in the political space saying that they have lost faith in the courts’ ability to address their concerns when it comes to elections. So this can create a situation that can set the stage for chaos.”
Kan Dapaah emphasized the importance of establishing a transparent and robust electoral system that all parties can trust, stating, “It underscores the need for us to build a robust and transparent electoral system where results coming from same will be acceptable by all parties.”
Additionally, he called on citizens to prioritize peace during the elections. “Ghanaians must also be aware of their responsibilities. They must not allow themselves to be used by politicians who lose elections. Peace is very expensive and sometimes we have to make sacrifices one time or the other to maintain it. So may nobody participate in violence. So those who lose, accept it peacefully,” he urged.
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