The Electoral Commission Chairperson, Charlotte Osei has been honored with\u00a0the United States Department of State’s Women of Courage Award for 2017.<\/p>\n
Presenting the award, the US Ambassador to Ghana, Robert P. Jackson affirmed that \u201cCharlotte Osei epitomizes the phrase, woman of courage.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mr.. Jackson in his speech praised Charlotte Osei for her bravery before, during and after the 2016 general elections.<\/p>\n
He noted the reforms Mrs. Osei undertook reforms at the Commission to guarantee the credibility of the 2016 election and minimise the risk of a disputed outcome.<\/p>\n
Accepting the award, Mrs. Osei said she was \u201ctotally overwhelmed and humbled by this recognition\u201d as she thanked the government of the United States of America.<\/p>\n
She was, however, keen to note her success as the EC Chairperson owed to the efforts of many.<\/p>\n
\u201c\u2026 Although I am being recognized for my efforts for the elections last years, the success of the elections were not and could not be the reasons for one person\u2019s efforts. Numerous people contributed in diverse ways to the successful elections and the national peace and stability we continue to enjoy.\u201d<\/p>\n
She also acknowledged the \u201ctruly invaluable guidance and support\u201d she receives from her predecessor, Dr. Kwaku Afary Gyan as she thanked her staff and colleague commissioners, \u201cwho from the first day I stepped into office at the commission and even in our most trying times, continue to support me and help deliver on the constitutional mandate of the Commission.\u201d<\/p>\n
Mrs. Osei admitted\u00a0there were times she carried \u201cthe weight of entire peace and stability of the nation\u201d on her shoulders but support from her husband, children, family and friends saw her through<\/p>\n
The Women of Courage Award\u00a0is an American award presented annually to women around the world who have shown leadership, courage, and willingness to sacrifice for others, especially in promoting\u00a0women\u2019s rights.<\/p>\n
Mrs. Osei could bag another prestigious honor as she is also up for the Chatham House Prize alongside Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos and\u00a0Secretary General of NATO, Jens Stoltenberg.<\/p>\n
According to the Director of Chatham House, Dr. Robin Niblett CMG, the nomination of Charlotte Osei was also based on her admirable supervision of Ghana\u2019s peaceful and transparent electoral process in December 2016.<\/p>\n
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By: Delali Adogla-Bessa\/citifmonline.com\/Ghana<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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