Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC) has become one of the institutions with the least trust from the public, with 40 days remaining until the 2024 general elections.
The public perception of the EC as corrupt is on the rise according to the latest Afrobarometer survey.
Although the EC is tasked with conducting the December 7 elections fairly, impartially, and transparently, only 28% of respondents reported trusting the Commission.
This represents a substantial drop from the 59% trust level it had in 2012.
Public trust in the Commission in 2022 was 33%, but this has declined to 28% in 2024.
The survey also reveals that the Ghana Police Service is viewed as the most corrupt public institution, with the office of the President, tax officials, Members of Parliament, and judges following closely behind.
In contrast, the Ghana Armed Forces, religious and traditional leaders, and Non-Governmental Organizations were identified as the most trusted institutions.
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The respondents also noted that honesty, character, and campaign promises will be major factors influencing their voting decisions in the upcoming general elections.
The survey indicates that a significant 90% of respondents prioritize a candidate’s honesty, while 88% value character and 59% find campaign promises important.
This data underscores the strong preference among Ghanaian voters for personal integrity and ethical traits rather than relying solely on political pledges.
