EC staff petitions President Mahama to remove Jean Mensa and deputies over alleged cronyism, abuse of office and incompetence

A staff member of the Electoral Commission (EC), Joseph Blankson Adumadzie, has petitioned President John Dramani Mahama to begin the constitutional process for removing the EC Chairperson, Jean Mensa, and her two deputies, Dr Bossman Eric Asare and Samuel Tettey.

In a statement issued on Monday, November 24, Mr Adumadzie confirmed that the petition was submitted in accordance with Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution, which spells out the procedure for removing heads of independent constitutional bodies.

Although he did not disclose the full details of the petition, as required by law, he revealed that it is anchored on 12 counts of stated misbehaviour. These include allegations of cronyism, abuse of office, and gross incompetence.

According to him, the conduct of the three senior officials has eroded public trust in the Commission and poses a risk to the independence and credibility of Ghana’s electoral system.

Mr Adumadzie explained that his decision is driven by a desire to safeguard the Constitution and reinforce accountability in public institutions. He stressed that protecting the dignity and integrity of the Electoral Commission is essential to maintaining a credible democratic framework.

He further urged President Mahama to fulfil his constitutional obligation by referring the petition to the Chief Justice for the establishment of a prima facie case, in line with Article 146 procedures.