NDC Can Appoint Whoever They Want to the EC, Ghanaians Will Decide on December 7 – Titus Glover

The National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Titus Glover, has weighed in on the ongoing debate over appointments to the Electoral Commission (EC), stating that the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) is free to appoint anyone it chooses, but that Ghanaians will ultimately deliver their verdict at the polls on December 7.

His comments come amid heightened national discussion about the independence and credibility of the Electoral Commission, particularly following recent statements and allegations regarding the politicization of the institution. Critics have warned that appointing known partisan figures to the EC could erode public trust in the electoral process.

Mr. Glover’s position appears to acknowledge the NDC’s legal authority to make appointments while simultaneously framing the matter as one that will be settled democratically. By pointing to December 7, he suggests that the electorate, rather than political commentators or civil society, will be the final arbiters of whether the appointments are acceptable.

The statement reflects a strategic political calculation, positioning the NPP to focus its energy on the general elections rather than engaging in a protracted battle over the composition of the Electoral Commission. It also serves as a reminder that in Ghana’s democracy, the ballot box remains the ultimate mechanism of accountability.

However, critics may view the remark as an abdication of responsibility, arguing that the integrity of the Electoral Commission is a fundamental precondition for free and fair elections and should not be left solely to the outcome of a vote. They contend that a compromised EC could undermine the very process by which Ghanaians exercise their democratic choice.

The debate over EC appointments has become one of the most contentious issues in Ghana’s political landscape, with civil society organizations, governance experts, and political parties all weighing in. The crux of the matter is whether appointments should be based on merit, neutrality, and broad consensus, or whether the governing party of the day should have the latitude to appoint whomever it deems fit.

As the December 7 elections approach, the composition and perceived independence of the Electoral Commission will remain a central issue. Titus Glover’s comments add another layer to the national conversation, highlighting the high political stakes involved and the differing strategies of the country’s two major parties.