Former Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Nana Oye Lithur
Former Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Nana Oye Lithur says immediate past Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Charlotte Osei despite her removal from office has left a great legacy at the Commission.
In a consolatory message to the former EC Boss on social media moments ago on social media, Oye Lithur said: “You still remain our most erudite lawyer, God fearing public servant who reformed and revolutionised the Electoral Commission as its First Female Chairman.”
She adds: You superintended over the best elections ever in 2016. You have made all women in Ghana proud! You served your nation well!!! You are a shinning star and example.
The EC chair, Charlotte Osei, was fired hours ago by the President .
In a statement issued by Ghana’s Presidency, Thursday, President Akufo-Addo also sacked her two deputies Amadu Sulley and Georgina Opoku Amankwah with immediate effect.
The decision follows recommendation by a committee set up by the Chief Justice to investigate allegaitons brought against them.
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