Vote on issues – PERI-Ghana tells Ghanaians

A Kumasi-based economic policy think tank, PERI-Ghana, has asked the electorate to cast their votes in the November polls based on issues rather than on mere solidarity.

PERI-Ghana comprises lecturers and researchers from three tertiary institutions in Kumasi.

Speaking to Class News, Chairman of PERI-GHANA William Awuku Ahiadormey said the group will closely monitor activities and manifestos of various political parties and assist citizens in understanding them.

“We want to bring to the voter’s table information that is credible enough for them to decide who to vote for. We will not coerce anybody,” he stated.

“We are taking data as provided either by the politicians or the institutions that are in charge of those ministries so that we will be able to bring informed data to you. Based on that you can make your decision.

“Without us, it means there is no think tank in Kumasi. It is better to have institutions that are tagged than to have none. We will start our work independently and do independent work.”

Ghana will be heading for the polls in November 7, 2016 to elect a new president and 275 Members of Parliament.

Source: Ghana/ClassFMonline.com/91.3fm