The US government has awarded Mrs. Charlotte Osei,
Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Ghana with the United State
Department of State’s Women of Courage Award for 2017. The Award is presented
to women around the world annually who have shown leadership and courage.
Presenting the award, Robert P. Jackson the U.S Ambassador
to Ghana affirmed that “Charlotte Osie epitomizes the phrase, woman of courage”.
Mr. Robert P. Jackson praised Mrs. Charlotte Osie for her
bravery before, during and after the 2016 general elections.
He noted the reforms Mrs. Osei undertook reforms at the commission
to guarantee the credibility of the 2016 election and minimize the risk of a
disputed outcome.
Accepting the award, Mrs. Charlotte Osei said she was
overwhelmed and humbled by this recognition as she thanked the government of
the United State of America.
She acknowledged the “truly invaluable guidance and support”
she receives from her predecessor, Dr. Kwaku Afary Gyan as she thanked her
staff and colleague commissioners, “who from the first day I stepped into the
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”
She admitted there were times she carried “the weight of
entire peace and stability of the nation” on her shoulders but support from her
husband, children, family and friends saw her through.
story by Ewurama Prah
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