The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has raised concerns with the Electoral Commission (EC) regarding some missing Biometric Voter Registration (BVR) kits, emphasising that the issue cannot be overlooked. 

The General Secretary of the NDC, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, asserted the party's determination to hold the EC accountable for the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of the BVR kits.

In a Facebook post on Friday, Mr. Kwetey reiterated the NDC's commitment to ensuring transparency and accountability in the electoral process.

He stressed the importance of addressing all aspects of the missing BVR incident and providing clear explanations to the Ghanaian public.

The former Ketu South Member of Parliament emphasised the need for the EC to respond to the 35 questions posed by the NDC regarding the missing equipment.

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These questions, according to Mr. Kwetey, are essential for building confidence in the electoral body and ensuring that the upcoming election is conducted fairly and transparently.

"Following our pressing demand yesterday, the Electoral Commission has confirmed that starting from May 30th, it will provide free replacement voter ID cards to victims of the recent floods along the Volta river and lake. While we welcome this positive step, it is crucial to remember that this is just one of many issues we raised."

"We continue to emphasise that our demand for the EC to address the 35 critical questions regarding the theft of biometric equipment remains pending," he posted.

The revelation of the disappearance of these essential electoral tools, as disclosed by Minority Leader Cassiel Ato Forson, has triggered significant concern both in public discourse and on social media platforms.

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Responding to these developments, the NDC’s Functional Executive Committee (FEC) has launched an internal investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding the missing equipment.

The call for a thorough inquiry gained traction following the admission by the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC) during an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting on April 9, 2024.

The NDC convened a major press conference on April 15, 2024, to address the issue, emphasizing the potential ramifications on the upcoming December general elections.

After extensive discussions during a meeting on April 16, 2024, the FEC resolved to escalate the matter to the appropriate authorities for further investigation.

In a formal correspondence to the relevant bodies, the FEC has requested support in conducting a comprehensive investigation into the disappearance of the equipment.