The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has disqualified Dzifa Gunu, Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Digital Centres Limited, from contesting the party's La Dadekotopon Constituency Secretary position. According to NDC Acting Director of Elections and IT, Mahdi Gibril, the Regional Elections Committee formally notified Mr. Gunu of the decision on October 5. The disqualification is based on the party's guidelines, which set specific eligibility requirements for prospective candidates.
Mr. Gibril explained that a petition was filed against Mr. Gunu during the vetting process, alleging that he had not resigned from his position by the time he filed his nomination. The party's guidelines require candidates to resign six months before filing. Mr. Gunu claimed his appointment was made by the appointing authority and that he had submitted his resignation letter to the authority. However, he was asked to provide evidence of his resignation but instead sought clarification on his status without submitting the requested documents.
The NDC's decision to disqualify Mr. Gunu has sparked controversy, with Mr. Gunu appealing the decision and seeking to have it reversed. The party's guidelines provide an opportunity for disqualified candidates to appeal. Mr. Gibril announced that the online portal for purchasing nomination forms for the constituency elections would open on October 6 and remain accessible until October 8.
The La Dadekotopon Constituency Secretary position is a crucial one within the NDC, as it plays a significant role in the party's organizational structure. The constituency is one of the many in Ghana's capital city, Accra, and the election for the position is an important part of the party's preparations for future elections.
The NDC is one of Ghana's major political parties, and its internal elections are closely watched by political observers and the general public. The party has a strong presence in Ghana and has produced several prominent politicians, including former President John Dramani Mahama.
Mr. Gunu's disqualification highlights the importance of adhering to party guidelines and eligibility requirements. The NDC's decision demonstrates the party's commitment to ensuring that its internal elections are conducted fairly and transparently.
The online portal for purchasing nomination forms will be open from October 6 to October 8, allowing prospective candidates to purchase forms and contest various positions within the party. The NDC's internal elections are a critical aspect of the party's democratic processes.
Key points
- The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has disqualified Dzifa Gunu from contesting the La Dadekotopon Constituency Secretary position due to his failure to resign from his position six months before filing his nomination.
- Mr. Gunu has appealed the decision and is seeking to have the disqualification reversed.
- The NDC's internal elections are a crucial aspect of the party's preparations for future elections.
