Dr. Sam Ankrah Vows to Continue Fight for “Second Independence”
Dr. Samuel Ankrah, an independent presidential aspirant, has been disqualified from the 2024 presidential elections by the Electoral Commission of Ghana due to errors on his nomination forms ¹. Despite addressing many of these errors previously, the Commission’s decision has left Dr. Ankrah and his supporters disappointed and surprised.
In a statement, Dr. Ankrah described the disqualification as a “temporary setback” and reaffirmed his commitment to achieving a “Second Independence” for Ghana, aimed at making the country truly affordable for its citizens ¹. He expressed gratitude for the invaluable support received so far and vowed to explore options to rectify the errors and move forward.
Disqualification Controversy
Dr. Ankrah is not the only prominent candidate disqualified from the elections. Others include Janet Nabla of the People’s National Party (PNP) and Bernard Mornah of the People’s National Convention (PNC) ². The disqualifications have sparked concerns about the fairness and transparency of the nomination process.
Call for Transparency
Dr. Ankrah has previously urged the Electoral Commission to ensure transparency and accountability in the electoral process ³. He emphasized the need for precise registration numbers and encouraged stakeholders to closely oversee the registration process.
Road Ahead
As Dr. Ankrah and his team explore options to engage with the Electoral Commission, supporters remain hopeful that the disqualification will be overturned. The Alternative Force for Action (AFA) leader’s determination to continue the fight for a “Second Independence” is unwavering