A recent survey by Ghana’s National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) reveals that over 64% of voters believe vote-buying could significantly influence election outcomes. Conducted in August 2024, this survey titled “Matters of Concern (MoC) to the Ghanaian Voter” included 9,324 participants across Ghana’s 276 constituencies. The survey was launched by NCCE Chairperson Kathleen Addy in Accra.
Key findings indicate that education, roads and infrastructure, employment, health, and the economy are voters’ top priorities ahead of the December 7 elections. On concerns about election integrity, just 10.1% expressed high confidence that the elections would be free of vote-buying.
While most voters (83.4%) prioritize presidential candidates’ policies and promises, track record and experience also play essential roles in candidate selection. A candidate’s choice of running mate, religious affiliation, and ethnicity were not significant factors for the majority of voters, with 76.8%, 89.5%, and 89.9% respectively indicating no impact on their decisions.
Similarly, regarding parliamentary candidates, voters emphasized policies, promises, and track records over religious and ethnic affiliations, with 90.2% and 90.1% respectively rejecting these as influencing factors.
Confidence levels in Ghana’s Electoral Commission show a split, with 42.1% expressing trust, while 42.6% remain unsure, and 15.3% lacking confidence. This survey underscores both the positive commitment to policy-driven voting and significant concerns about vote-buying as Ghana approaches its upcoming elections.
SOURCE: https://dew360.net
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