In the course of the recently concluded 23-day Limited Voter Registration exercise nationwide, the Oti Region enrolled a total of 23,634 new voters onto the National Voters Register.

This number comprises 11,831 males and 11,803 females. However, there were 426 contested cases during the registration process, which concluded last Wednesday.

Mr. Nuhu Mahama, the Oti Regional Director of the Electoral Commission (EC), shared these details in an interview with the Ghana News Agency (GNA).

He mentioned that out of the total registrants, 6,458 individuals used Ghana Cards for registration, five utilized passports, while 17,171 relied on guarantors for their Voter ID Cards.

Mr. Mahama also highlighted that 51 Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) successfully registered and received new voter cards during the registration period.

Mr. Felix Ade, the Regional Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), commended the EC for efficiently managing the registration process, despite initial challenges.

He praised the Commission's efforts, which ultimately led to a successful outcome.

Mr. Gabriel Lemboel, the Regional Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), stressed the importance of the extension period in accommodating more registrants, ensuring inclusivity.

He stated that despite the initial hurdles faced by the Commission, they remained steadfast in achieving their objectives.