The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, has assured the media of unrestricted access to all polling and collation centres across the regions.

Speaking at a press conference on Saturday, 7th December 2024, she emphasised the importance of transparency in the electoral process and the role of the media in ensuring public trust.

Mrs Mensa stated that the EC recognises the media as key partners in promoting credible elections and is committed to facilitating their work.

"We want to assure all media personnel that they will have full access to our centres to observe and report on the election processes in real-time," she said, adding that this policy underscores the EC’s dedication to an open and accountable electoral system.

She encouraged media practitioners to discharge their duties professionally and responsibly, ensuring accurate and unbiased reporting throughout the election.

According to her, fair reporting not only enhances public confidence but also reinforces Ghana’s democratic principles.

The EC Chairperson also expressed gratitude to the media for their collaboration and urged them to continue supporting the Commission’s efforts to deliver free, fair, and transparent elections.

She reiterated the EC’s commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the polls, highlighting that transparency remains a cornerstone of their mandate.

A coalition of media groups has been protesting a decision of the EC to limit media access to its National Collation Centre to selected media houses and journalists, arguing that the EC must give unfettered access to the media.