NDC Probes Alleged Vote-Buying in Ayawaso East Parliamentary Primaries

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has constituted a three-member committee to investigate allegations of inducement and vote-buying during the Ayawaso East Parliamentary Primaries held on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

In a statement issued by the party on February 7 and signed by its General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, the NDC said the decision follows an earlier announcement to probe reports of “widespread inducement and vote-buying” said to have occurred during the internal election.

The committee will be chaired by former Minister of Information, Mr. Kofi Totobi Quakyi, with Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga and legal practitioner Emefa Fugah serving as members.

According to the party, the committee is expected to submit its report by Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

The NDC said the decision forms part of its commitment to internal democracy, transparency and ethical political conduct.

“In line with the Party’s commitment to internal democracy, transparency, and ethical political conduct, the Committee will investigate the allegations and make appropriate recommendations, including sanctions where necessary,” the statement said.

It added that the committee’s mandate will also include recommending sustainable measures and reforms aimed at ending inducement and vote-buying in the party’s internal electoral processes.

The party assured its members, stakeholders and the general public of its commitment to upholding integrity in its internal elections and urged supporters to remain calm as the committee carries out its work.

“Further updates will be communicated in due course,” the statement concluded.

The decision to institute the probe follows widespread controversy surrounding the conduct of the Ayawaso East Parliamentary Primaries.

Concerns intensified after reports emerged that Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed allegedly distributed items, including 32-inch television sets and boiled eggs, to delegates during the voting process. These actions, according to party insiders and delegates, were widely perceived as inducement and are believed to have influenced the voting pattern that led to his victory.

Images and accounts of the alleged distribution circulated widely, sparking public debate and internal dissatisfaction within the party, with many members calling for swift action to protect the integrity of the NDC’s internal democratic processes.