Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) is once again embroiled in controversy as the Student Representative Council (SRC) elections, which were rescheduled after an earlier postponement, face yet another halt. The election, originally set to occur weeks ago, was delayed due to the disqualification of a candidate—a move that sparked widespread concern and led to a court order mandating that the process be paused until the proper procedures were followed.
Today was meant to be the new date for the elections.
However, as it stands, the election for the presidential portfolio has been
brought to a standstill. This latest interruption has only added to the growing
frustration among the candidates and the student body.
Mr. Berimah Twum, one of the presidential aspirants,
expressed his concerns in a candid discussion. “We are not comfortable with
what is going on concerning the elections,” he stated. His discomfort stems
from significant irregularities in the election process, specifically regarding
the ballot papers. According to Mr. Twum, the ballot papers for the
presidential race lack serial numbers, and the QR code on them does not appear
to be linked to or authenticated by the Electoral Commission (E.C.).
These issues have led to serious doubts about the legitimacy
of the election. In an effort to address these concerns, some aspirants
suggested a compromise: they proposed that a stamp, agreed upon by all
stakeholders, be placed on the ballot papers to ensure their authenticity. This
proposal, however, did not sit well with the E.C., leading to yet another halt
in the election process.
Further complicating the situation are allegations that the E.C. and other key stakeholders may have vested interests in the outcome of the election. It is rumored that these parties are attempting to influence the process to secure a win for their preferred candidates. Such accusations have only fueled the discontent among the student body.
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