Deputy Electoral Commissioner Dr. Bossman Asare has resigned from the Electoral Commission, officially tendering his resignation to President John Dramani Mahama.
The decision will take effect on July 31, 2026.
Government Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu announced the development during a press briefing at the Jubilee House on June 15, 2026.
He revealed that Dr. Asare is stepping down to return to academia, specifically to resume his role as a faculty member at the University of Ghana.
According to the spokesperson, Dr. Asare expressed his profound gratitude to the President and the people of Ghana for the opportunity to serve the nation.
“Regarding Dr Bossman Asare, I can confirm that he has submitted a letter to His Excellency the President indicating that, effective 31st July, 2026, he will resign his position as Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission. He gives a reason for his resignation which is that he wants to go back to academia and pursue his career as a staff of the University of Ghana and conveyed his thanks and appreciation to the President and the people of Ghana for giving him the opportunity to serve in that capacity,” Mr Kwakye Ofosu said.
Mr Kwakye Ofosu revealed that arrangements will subsequently be made to identify a replacement for Dr Bossman Asare.
“And then, in due course, a replacement will be found for Dr Bossman Asare,” he added.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana