Ada East LAnet Educates First-Time Voters on Voting Procedures.

Ada: The Ada East District's Local Accountability Network (LAnet) of the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) has taken a proactive step in educating over 1,000 first-time voters on the voting process for the upcoming December 7 general election. The initiative aims to empower young citizens, emphasizing the significance of their participation in the democratic process.According to Ghana News Agency, Madam Betty Sackey, representing the Ayongo Foundation and leading the LAnet initiative, demonstrated the voting process to the attendees. Her instructions included how to properly fold ballot papers to prevent invalid votes, as well as the importance of arriving early at polling stations. She advised voters to return home post-voting and stay informed about the election results through various media channels. Sackey highlighted the value of observing the ballot counting process but also stressed the importance of maintaining peace.Mrs. Elizabeth Agyemang, Ada East District Director of the Commission on Hum an Rights Administration Justice (CHRAJ), encouraged the new voters to exercise their rights responsibly and without external influence. Drawing attention to past electoral conflicts in countries like Sierra Leone and Senegal, she underscored the need for peaceful elections. She reminded voters of their constitutional power and the responsibility to ensure peaceful coexistence through their ballots.Agyemang also mentioned the role of the Ghana Police Service in maintaining order, warning against any form of lawlessness. She emphasized the presence of local and international observers and the importance of the electorate's conduct in showcasing Ghana's democratic process. Her message was clear: the nation's development depends on active and peaceful participation in the elections.Mr. James Dogbe, a member of LAnet and the NCCE Ada East District Administrator, provided logistical details about the voting day. He informed voters that the election would run from 07:00 to 17:00 hours and urged them to arrive e arly to avoid missing the opportunity to vote. Dogbe reminded voters that a police officer would mark the end of voting time by standing behind the last person in line after 5:00 pm.Additionally, Dogbe stressed the importance of voting based on candidates' policies rather than succumbing to political incentives, which could potentially jeopardize their rights and hinder national progress for the next four years. His message resonated with the need for informed voting decisions that would positively impact Ghana's future.