Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, has stated that the Commission has no role in deploying military personnel or managing election security.

Her comments come after the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) announced plans to deploy military personnel to certain areas for election security.

The GAF assured the public that no soldiers would be stationed directly at polling stations.

Speaking to journalists during an update on December 7, Madam Mensa reiterated the EC’s non-involvement in security planning, stating, “In terms of security, we have no hand in it, and we do not make security arrangements.”

The explanation is meant to clear up any confusion and help the public understand the separate responsibilities of the Electoral Commission and security agencies during elections.