The running mate of National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer John Dramani Mahama, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has called on the Electoral Commission (EC) to maintain openness and desist from stifling the truth in the run-up to the December elections.

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang stated that the EC is having difficulty maintaining its credibility, especially in light of the missing equipment that is under its control.

Speaking during her formal introduction, she emphasized how critical it is that the EC address the doubts people have about its ability to operate.

The former Minister of Education emphasized that public confidence in the electoral process will be undermined if the commission fails to provide clarity and assurance.

“So, the electoral commission is struggling to defend its credibility and until the commission tells us that the equipment means nothing, everyone should believe that there are no issues to worry about. How did disrespect get so high? Actions that impoverish and disenfranchise do not necessarily translate into mindedness in people who are angry, hungry and in people who are oppressed.

“On the contrary, again check the details in our history. Electoral Commission, I address you directly. It is in the national interest and in your own interest to make transparent what has been and is going on in your establishment.

“The truth will not be suppressed. you cannot be so independent as to disregard the people who validate your existence. it cannot happen anywhere. EC, a word to the wise is Assin North,” she stated.