The Electoral Commission (EC) has reversed its decision to eliminate the use of indelible ink in the upcoming elections, citing widespread objections from Ghanaians and political parties. The Deputy Electoral Commissioner in charge of Corporate Services, Dr Eric Asare Bossman, announced the reconsideration during the launch of the Multimedia Group's 2024 Election Coverage. He emphasized the importance of building trust and consensus ahead of the December polls.

Addressing concerns raised by the general public, parliamentarians, and political parties such as the NPP and NDC, Dr Bossman stated, "After listening to the discussions, we have heard the concerns of the general public, we have heard the parliamentarians, we have heard the concerns of the NPP and the NDC and civil society members so we have concluded that if by using the ink people will have more trust in the process, why not."

The decision to abandon the use of indelible ink had drawn criticism from the Minority caucus in Parliament, accusing the EC of breaching the constitution. First Deputy Minority Whip, Ahmed Ibrahim, and MP for South Dayi, Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, argued that the move contradicted regulations passed by Parliament for the effective performance of the EC's functions.

EC Chair, Jean Mensa, had defended the decision, asserting that the adoption of biometric technology would prevent double voting. However, the opposition NDC rejected this explanation, urging the EC to reconsider the proposal.

Dr Bossman reiterated that the EC's initial intention was to avoid double verification in the general elections. He explained, "Last year we noted that using the indelible ink is like using two layers for verification. If Mr Evans Mensah is coming to vote, then he will be verified electronically, so when you want to use the indelible ink, then clearly you don’t have confidence in your biometric register." The EC's reversal aims to address concerns and ensure a transparent and trusted electoral process in December.