The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has urged the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to address its concerns about the voters’ register through the Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC).

This follows the NDC’s nationwide protest on Tuesday, September 17, where they demanded a forensic audit of the register.

However, the Electoral Commission (EC) has dismissed these demands, stating that they are premature.

CODEO, in its assessment of the ongoing voter exhibition exercise, highlighted the importance of IPAC as the ideal platform for resolving electoral disputes.

The organisation encouraged the NDC and other political parties to use this mechanism to engage with the EC and seek solutions.

CODEO also noted that addressing concerns through IPAC fosters constructive dialogue and helps maintain transparency and accountability in the electoral process.

This approach, they believe, would strengthen the trust between political parties and the electoral body.

The observer group reiterated that open communication within IPAC could help avoid public unrest and protests, urging all stakeholders to prioritize collaboration for the sake of a peaceful and credible election.

“CODEO has taken note of reports regarding the illegal transfer of voters and the resulting call by the NDC for a forensic audit of the register and the responses from the EC.

"The utility of the exhibition exercise is meant to expose and correct discrepancies, inaccuracies, and any issues with the register.”

“This is the reason all stakeholders are encouraged to take the exhibition seriously, including the political parties, aspiring candidates, and the public. IPAC has always offered a good platform for engaging substantively and pragmatically to resolve these matters.”

“CODEO calls on all stakeholders to continue to use the platform to resolve all grievances. Going forward on this issue, we entreat the EC to effectively and transparently address the concerns of all stakeholders to boost their confidence and trust in the voter register,” it stated.