16th August, 2016

Vigilance will win the elections not rigging is how the Daily Graphic captures its editorials. The paper urges political parties to educate their members especially those who will represent the parties at the polling stations on the day of election to be sober and vigilant and not engage in any acts that will distract them when it matters most. The paper says once eligible voters have cast their ballots at the 29,000 polling stations in the 275 constituencies across the country and they have been sent to the collation centre, there is little one can do to change the figures. This is why it is important for the political parties to have their eyes open to avoid any form of rigging. 

The Ghanaian Times does not share in former President Kufuor’s suggestion for a five year presidential term. The paper believes political parties must build their manifestos through thorough scientific research and planning so that the implementation would be based on well researched programmes. The paper says a cursory look at some countries in Africa shows that five year terms have not made any significant difference in terms of development as compared to Ghana. The Times argues that political parties and their leaders have the opportunity to seek a second term if they feel there is more to offer without necessarily adding an extra year to prove their worth.

The Daily Heritage says the battle line for which political party goes to the Flagstaff house has been drawn, following the NDC's campaign launch in the Central Region. The paper looks at the prospects of the two leading parties, the NDC and NPP and says both have the capability to snatch the enviable seat of government. The Heritage however appeals to both parties to be civil in their utterances regarding their campaign messages and ensure that they are issue based devoid of personality attacks.

GBC