US commends Ghana for “peaceful” election verdict

The United States has lauded Ghana for the peaceful and legal means the country used in resolving its election petition.

The Supreme Court of Ghana yesterday August 29, 2013 upheld President John Mahama’s win declared by the Electoral Commission in the December 2012 presidential polls.

A statement by the US government signed by the Deputy Spokesperson Marie Harf, said “The United States commends Ghana’s commitment to a peaceful resolution of the 2012 presidential election dispute through a legal process, which culminated in today’s Supreme Court ruling upholding the results announced in December.”

The US says it respect Ghana’s judicial process and the transparency of the court’s proceedings, which were broadcast live and in full on television and radio.

It also applauded the political parties in Ghana for “their commitment to non-violence throughout the legal process” and complimented civil society organizations and other key stakeholders for their efforts to strengthen democracy and promote peace.

By EkowQuandzie