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The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has announced the dates for its 2024 presidential debates, amidst a boycott threat from the National Democratic Congress (NDC).<\/p>\n
The IEA, a leading think tank in Ghana, has scheduled two presidential debates, one vice presidential debate, and five evening encounters ahead of the December 7 polls.<\/p>\n
According to a statement released by the IEA, the first presidential debate will take place on October 22, while the second debate will be held on November 19.<\/p>\n
The vice presidential debate is scheduled for November 5.<\/p>\n
The five evening encounters, which are expected to provide a platform for the presidential candidates to engage with the electorate, will take place on September 18, September 25, October 2, October 9, and October 15.<\/p>\n
However, the NDC has already stated that its flagbearer will not participate in the debates, citing concerns about the credibility of the organizers.<\/p>\n
The party\u2019s decision has been seen as a blow to the IEA\u2019s efforts to promote issue-based campaigning and to provide a platform for the presidential candidates to engage with the electorate.<\/p>\n
The IEA has been organizing presidential debates in Ghana since 2000, with the aim of promoting issue-based campaigning and providing a platform for presidential candidates to engage with the electorate.<\/p>\n
The debates have been widely acclaimed for their role in promoting transparency and accountability in Ghana\u2019s electoral process.<\/p>\n
However, the NDC\u2019s decision to boycott the debates has raised concerns about the party\u2019s commitment to issue-based campaigning.<\/p>\n
The party\u2019s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, has been accused of avoiding debates in the past, and his decision to boycott the IEA debates has been seen as a continuation of this trend.<\/p>\n
The IEA has expressed disappointment at the NDC\u2019s decision, stating that the debates are an important part of the electoral process and provide a platform for the presidential candidates to engage with the electorate.<\/p>\n
The think tank has also stated that it will continue to organize the debates despite the NDC\u2019s boycott and has called on the other presidential candidates to participate.<\/p>\n
The IEA\u2019s debates have been widely acclaimed for their role in promoting transparency and accountability in Ghana\u2019s electoral process.<\/p>\n
The debates provide a platform for the presidential candidates to engage with the electorate and outline their policies and vision for the country.<\/p>\n
BY Daniel Bampoe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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