The Former General Secretary of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah, has slammed the Electoral Commissioner over ballot discrepancies.
Jantauah also expressed deep disappointment with the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana, particularly regarding its failure to sign the peace pact during the electoral process.
In her view, this omission raises serious concerns about the credibility and impartiality of the electoral process.
Jantuah said, emphasizing that such actions could lead to public mistrust.
“These are some of the things that bring controversy. It questions the credibility of the process.”
Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah Former -CPP General Secretary
Jantuah did not mince words when critiquing EC Chairperson Jean Mensa, describing her tenure as disappointing.
She pointed to logistical issues, such as problems with special voting and ballot papers, as signs of inefficiency under Mensa’s leadership.
“Jean has disappointed all of us. Normally, when a woman is in charge, I admire it. But she’s a complete disappointment.’’
Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah Former -CPP General Secretary
She referenced Jean Mensa’s recent press conference, stating;
“This morning, I heard her at a press conference. She was fumbling, mixing the [names of] printing [press] with media houses. This shows somebody who is totally confused.”
Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah Former -CPP General Secretary
Jantuah also criticized Jean Mensa for allegedly being detached from critical electoral processes, citing the frequent presence of deputies at IPAC meetings as an example.
“Most times, you go to IPAC, it is Bossman [Asare] who is there. She is the electoral commissioner, the chairman, for Christ’s sake.”
Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah Former -CPP General Secretary
To restore credibility to the EC, Jantuah suggested the government should consider engaging former EC Chairman Dr. Kwadwo Afari-Gyan. She emphasized;
“Seriously, we should consider bringing on board Afari-Gyan. He’s done it so well for a long time. He’s at home; just as a consultant.”
Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah Former -CPP General Secretary
When asked about her confidence in the EC, Jantuah rated it at a dismal 4 out of 10, attributing even this modest score to her magnanimity.
“The mistakes are one too many. During the limited registration, the same thing happened. During the district-level elections, the same thing happened. By now, we thought they would have learned lessons.”
Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah Former -CPP General Secretary
NHIA Dialysis Transparency and Adequate Equipment
Shifting focus, Jantuah raised concerns about the recently launched National Free Dialysis Program, questioning the adequacy of the initiative and its execution. She queried;
“They said [1,200] people. How many people are on dialysis? How many people have kidney disease? Before we start this, we need to have a better database and statistics.”
Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah Former -CPP General Secretary
She criticized the government for rolling out the program without addressing fundamental issues, such as the availability of dialysis machines in hospitals. She questioned;
“If Tamale has one machine, Bolga has one, [and] Wa has one, why do they come down to Komfo Anokye for dialysis?”
Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah Former -CPP General Secretary
Jantuah emphasized that the most critical aspect of the dialysis program was ensuring that every facility had enough machines.
She referenced government claims that 45 dialysis machines were procured in partnership with the World Bank but questioned the distribution and adequacy of these machines.
“If you have only two machines at Tamale Teaching Hospital, how would that be enough? The most critical thing is the machine, not the free service.”
Madam Nana Yaa Jantuah Former -CPP General Secretary
Nana Yaa Jantuah’s statements highlight deep concerns about the credibility of Ghana’s electoral processes and the execution of vital health programs.
Her critique of the EC underscores the need for improved leadership, transparency, and efficiency in managing national elections.
Similarly, her comments on the dialysis program reveal gaps in planning and resource allocation, urging the government to address these issues comprehensively.
According to Janatuah, we don’t want any confusion in elections. For dialysis, the government should ensure all centers are well-equipped before talking about free services. These to her, are the things we should focus on.
This critique provided a valuable perspective on the challenges facing governance and public service delivery in Ghana, with a call for greater accountability and strategic planning.
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