The Electoral Commission (EC) has assured the public that the integrity of the 2024 general elections remains intact despite the recent theft of a biometric verification device (BVD) in Nsawam.
A man was arrested on August 23, 2024, in possession of the BVD, prompting concerns about potential election fraud.
However, the EC has clarified that the stolen device alone cannot be used to compromise the electoral process.
In a statement issued on August 24, 2024, the Deputy Chairman of Operations at the EC, Samuel Tettey, explained that BVDs are designed to verify voters and lack the capability to influence election outcomes.
He emphasized that these devices require specific activation codes and security clearances that are tightly controlled by the Commission.
“The possession of a BVD that has not gone through this rigorous process does not affect the integrity of the Elections,” Tettey stated.
The EC also revealed that it is conducting its own internal investigations while collaborating with the police to ensure a thorough resolution of the matter.
The Commission reiterated that the security measures in place, including restricted access to voter data and the requirement for specific activation codes, make it impossible for a stolen BVD to be used unlawfully in the upcoming elections.
