The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has confirmed Mohammed Baba Jamal as its parliamentary candidate for the Ayawaso East by-election, despite allegations of vote buying during the party’s parliamentary primary on Saturday, February 7.
The decision follows a report submitted by a three-member committee established by the party to investigate claims that some aspirants engaged in inducement during the primary.
Baba Jamal is expected to file his nomination with the Electoral Commission on Wednesday, February 11.
The investigative committee was set up amid concerns that TV sets and cash were allegedly distributed to delegates during the primary, raising questions about the integrity of the process. These allegations sparked public debate and renewed scrutiny of vote-buying practices in internal party elections.
According to the NDC, the committee examined complaints from delegates and party members, reviewed available evidence, and consulted relevant stakeholders before reaching its conclusions.
While the committee acknowledged concerns about monetisation in internal elections, it reportedly found no basis to disqualify Baba Jamal from contesting the by-election.
Baba Jamal, who emerged victorious in the parliamentary primary, has consistently denied the vote-buying allegations, insisting that his campaign adhered to party rules and guidelines.
The Ayawaso East seat became vacant following the death of former Member of Parliament Naser Toure Mahama, necessitating the by-election.
The NDC is expected to formally communicate the committee’s findings to the public as it intensifies preparations and campaigning ahead of the by-election.
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