Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Emmanuel Tornyi
Published on 2024-01-29 15:02:00
Dr. Quaicoe emphasized that the EC did not complete the process, and there was no official declaration. The feedback received from the region indicated that the results were not declared there. He further explained that since the party is conducting the primary and the EC is supervising, the party will have to make a decision regarding the next steps. During the contest, there were reports of an assault on a Citi TV/FM journalist by the Member of Parliament for Yendi, Farouk Aliu Mahama, and his supporters. The journalist, Mohammed Aminu M. Alabira, was allegedly assaulted on Saturday, January 27, 2024, while providing a live update on Citi TV and Citi FM about the violence that erupted during the counting of ballots. The MP reportedly slapped and kicked Alabira, causing him to fall to the ground, after which the lawmaker’s supporters also attacked him.
Dr. Quaicoe’s statement revolves around the incomplete process of declaring results by the Electoral Commission (EC). Despite the lack of an official declaration, feedback from the region suggested that results were not announced there. Since the party was organizing the primary and the EC was overseeing it, Dr. Quaicoe emphasized the need for the party to decide on the way forward.
The assault on a journalist by the Member of Parliament for Yendi, Farouk Aliu Mahama, and his supporters during the contest adds a contentious layer to the situation. The incident, which occurred while the journalist was providing live updates on the violence that erupted during the ballot counting, has raised concerns about the safety and integrity of the electoral process.
The actions of the MP and his supporters have sparked widespread criticism and have put a spotlight on the issue of press freedom and safety in the political context. It is clear that the incident has implications beyond the immediate contest and raises questions about the conduct of public officials and the protection of media personnel.
Overall, the situation surrounding the incomplete process of result declaration by the EC, the need for the party to make decisions, and the assault on the journalist have created a complex and contentious environment that requires careful consideration and swift action to address the issues at hand.
