In an eight-page petition dated July 15, Mr. Botchway requested an investigation under Article 278(1)(a) of the 1992 Constitution, which allows the President to initiate an enquiry into matters of public interest.
The petition emphasizes that the rerun, which followed months of legal disputes from the 2024 general elections, was overshadowed by intimidation, violence, and human rights violations.
Mr. Botchway pointed to disturbing video evidence showing a “coordinated campaign of violence” against party officials, journalists, and election observers.
One shocking incident was the attack on former MP Mavis Hawa Koomson, who was assaulted by over 20 men despite being accredited to monitor the polls.
Additionally, media personnel, including JoyNews journalist Sally Martey and Amansan TV reporter Vida Wiafe, were also victims of aggression.
“These matters are of considerable significance and weight,” Mr. Botchway said, revealing the gravity of the situation.
He also raised concerns about the failure of the National Election Security Taskforce to properly deploy on election day and called for an investigation into the actions of the Interior Minister, whom he accuses of failing to prevent the violence.
The petition further demands compensation for the victims, to be determined by the Commission of Inquiry.