On January 27, 2026, the police intercepted some bags, which were containing guns and ammunition, even before it left Accra for its final destination in Kpandai.

With this latest operation, the Oti Regional Police Intelligence Directorate (PID) intercepted a Kia Rhino with registration number GS- 4677-17, which were loaded with boxes of ammunition and were on its way from Accra to Kpandai in the Northern Region.

Upon receipt of the information, the PID Director ASP Maxwell Osafo-Adamu was accordingly informed, and he deployed a team who laid ambush for the vehicle.

On Sunday, Februry 8, 2026, at about 3:30pm, the said Kia Rhino was intercepted by the team and after a thorough search, one locally manufactured single-barrel shot gun and 21 boxes made up of 525 pieces of Lion AAA and BB ammunitions concealed under building materials were retrieved.

Two suspects, Abubakari Salam Atta, the driver of the vehicle and his assistant Kabuja Kwadwo Tademe have since been arrested.

During interrogation, they claimed ownership of the said exhibit and have since been detained to assist in further investigations.

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In the petition, Mr Tajudeen is calling for urgent investigations, stricter regulation and possible restrictions on the distribution and use of substances such as Pethidine, Morphine, Tramadol and other opioid drugs within the Kpandai District.

He warned that the increasing availability and abuse of these controlled medicines pose a serious public health threat, particularly to young people. According to him, failure to act promptly could lead to higher levels of addiction, crime and long-term health complications within the community.

Mr Tajudeen urged the District Assembly, health authorities, the Pharmacy Council, the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and security agencies to collaborate in monitoring how opioids are sold, prescribed and distributed in the district.

He stressed the need for regular inspections of pharmacies, chemical shops and health facilities to ensure such drugs are dispensed strictly under proper medical supervision and in accordance with the law.

The petitioner also appealed to traditional authorities, led by the Kpandaiwura, to use their influence to support community education efforts and clamp down on the informal sale of opioid substances.

He further proposed public awareness campaigns, school sensitisation programmes and community engagements to educate residents on the dangers associated with drug abuse.

While acknowledging the legitimate medical use of opioids, Mr Tajudeen cautioned that their uncontrolled circulation could have devastating social and health consequences for the district.

Some residents have also expressed concern about the growing misuse of drugs in Kpandai, making the call for swift action both timely and necessary.

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The bloody skirmish, which erupted on Saturday, 7th February 2026, was triggered by a bitter territorial dispute over a gravel pit currently being utilised for the rehabilitation of the Dobong community road.

The conflict reached a breaking point when an attempt to extract materials for the infrastructure project turned into a pitched battle.

According to eyewitness accounts, the violence escalated rapidly as supporters from the Nkanchina and Nana Ntosah factions faced off with lethal weapons.

The roots of the violence lie in conflicting claims of land ownership.

The witness explained that the Nkanchina chief had formally granted permission for the extraction of gravel to facilitate the Dobong road works. However, this authority was challenged by another local leader, Nana Ntosah, who allegedly moved to forcibly halt the operations.

The situation spiralled out of control when Nana Ntosah reportedly dispatched heavy machinery to the site to seize control.

“Nana Ntosah reportedly sent payloaders to the site, but supporters of the Nkanchina chief resisted the move and prevented the equipment from operating,” the witness reported, describing the moments before the violence began.

The ensuing chaos saw the use of cutlasses and fire, leading to injuries and property damage:

Human Toll: Two individuals sustained severe cutlass wounds and were rushed to the Kpandai District Hospital, where they remain under medical supervision.
Arson: Six motorbikes belonging to workers and supporters were doused in petrol and set ablaze during the height of the riot.
Property Damage: Operations at the gravel pit have been completely suspended following the destruction of equipment and the onset of hostilities.
A swift deployment by the Kpandai District Police Command was necessary to restore a fragile peace and prevent the violence from spreading to the main township.

Armed officers have since cordoned off the gravel pit and the Dobong road project site to deter further incursions.

The Northern Regional Security Council (REGSEC) is expected to convene an emergency meeting to address the underlying chieftaincy tensions that have long simmered in the area.

Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show, Mr. Nyindam said he has maintained distance from the NDC parliamentary candidate throughout several election cycles and the recent legal battle over his seat.

“The NDC parliamentary candidate, have you had a conversation with him? No. For five years now, I’ve never spoken to him,” he said. “Throughout the campaign and throughout this battle, I’ve not said a word to him.”

Despite the lack of direct engagement, the MP said he still considers his opponent a brother, given their shared roots in Kpandai in the Northern Region.

“We are all coming from Kpandai. We are brothers. That’s how I see him,” he noted. “But we don’t have that kind of friendship.”

Mr Nyindam, however, stressed that his relationship with other officials of the NDC remains cordial.

“His chairman, his secretary, and other party executives, we are good,” he said, adding that the strained relationship is limited to his main rival.

He accused the NDC candidate of promoting a divisive brand of politics that has negatively affected the constituency.

“The kind of politics he does and has brought to Kpandai is different,” Mr Nyindam stated. “He’s given everybody a hell in Kpandai. Not me alone. Even within the NDC, he has caused a lot of problems.”

The comments come in the wake of a January 28, 2026, ruling by the Supreme Court, which overturned a previous decision by the Tamale High Court that had annulled Mr Nyindam’s election and ordered a rerun.

The apex court’s judgment halted plans by the Electoral Commission to organise a fresh poll and cleared the way for him to resume his duties in Parliament.

The legal dispute began on November 24, 2025, when the Tamale High Court nullified his election victory and directed that a new election be held within 30 days.

Following that ruling, Parliament officially notified the Electoral Commission of a vacancy in the Kpandai seat.

Mr Nyindam, who represents the NPP in Parliament, said he remains committed to peaceful politics and development-focused leadership, despite the challenges.

“I’m not that type,” he said, referring to confrontational politics. “My focus is on serving the people.”

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“For me, it is the injustice done to Nsala Wakpal,” the South Dayi MP, said on Joy News’ PM Express on Tuesday.

Mr Dafeamekpor insisted the NDC has not truly lost the case. He argued the Supreme Court’s decision was influenced by facts that were deliberately concealed.

“In fact, we haven’t lost well in the Kpandai case as the Supreme Court has been misled, because these material facts were all hidden from the Court,” he said.

He accused the NPP’s legal team of intentionally creating inconsistencies around key dates in the Electoral Commission’s gazette notification to strengthen their argument that the NDC went to court too early.

“The NPP lawyer stood in court, and when Justice Pwamang queried about the date inconsistency, they said it was a genuine mistake,” he said.

“But I have established over time that there was nothing genuine about this. It was deliberate.”

He explained that the alleged manipulation was intended to align the record with the NPP’s argument that the gazette notification was dated December 24, and that the NDC’s legal action was therefore premature.

“They had to do it to align with the NPP case, that the gazette notification was 24th December and, therefore, we went to court prematurely,” he said.

Dafeamekpor said the NDC filed the case based on an earlier official communication.

“Meanwhile, we went to court on the date Jean Mensa wrote to Parliament, 23rd December,” he said.

He argued the gazette situation at the time was already confused because of inconsistencies in the numbering of parliamentary seats.

“The gazette notifications were in a confused state, because the seat numbers had exceeded those constitutionally mandated,” he said.

“If you are gazetted 274 and you are gazetted another additional four, you have 278 seats. Where is the overlapping team coming from?” he asked.

He claimed steps were later taken to correct the gazette. “So they took steps to clean it up on the sixth of January,” he said.

But he accused the Electoral Commission’s representatives of later denying that January 6 publication and describing it as an error.

“Now he comes to court and denies the 6th January Gazette publication as an error and calls it a genuine mistake,” he said.

Mr Dafeamekpor rejected the suggestion that the inconsistencies were innocent.

“How can that be a genuine error?” he asked. He argued that the number of parliamentary seats is fixed and cannot be casually misstated.

“You can’t get numbers wrong, because the number of parliamentary seats is fixed,” he said. “There’s no fraction of seats in Parliament. It is either 276 or not.”

He said the EC had already communicated specific figures to Parliament, making the later contradictions harder to justify.

“When were you not allowing your head of institution to continue to communicate with Parliament?” he asked.

He insisted the conduct in the case raises serious concerns that must be investigated.

“There’s an original letter before Parliament that the gazette notifications were on the 23rd,” he said. “So you want the EC investigated. The EC has to be investigated.”

He said Parliament, the courts, and other investigative bodies can take up the matter. “Parliament can do that. CID can do that. Any investigating body can do that,” he said.

He revealed he intends to raise the issue formally in Parliament, but said the review process comes first.

“Because we are going for a review, I want us to settle the matter on review,” he said.

Mr Dafeamekpor also argued that the confusion over gazette dates extends beyond politics, as it affects a candidate’s legal right to challenge election outcomes.

“If they toy with the dates, they dance with it. If they collude with somebody to confuse you with the dates, your right to go to court will be affected,” he said.

“That’s exactly what is at play in this matter,” he added. He said this forms the basis of the review application.

“So, this is the basis for your review. This is the basis for our review,” he said.

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The motor rider is alleged to have dropped the arms and ammunition when he saw he was being trailed by the police.

When the abandoned packages were opened, one A-Tac semi-automatic shotgun, two Jojef semi-automatic shotguns, and two boxes of cartridges containing a total of 500 BB cartridges were found, a police brief said on Friday.

It said on January 27, at approximately 1530 hours, the Ghana Police Service received intelligence about an unknown person on a blue Royal motorcycle allegedly transporting arms and ammunition to Kpandai.

It said a surveillance team was immediately deployed to monitor the motorcycle’s movement from the Obetsebi Lamptey Interchange toward the Agbogbloshie Bus Terminal.

On realising he was being trailed by police, the suspect reportedly dropped several parcels wrapped in black nylon bags and fled the scene.

Despite a coordinated search, police were unable to apprehend the motorcycle rider.

However, investigations are ongoing to identify and arrest the suspect.

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Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Mr Nyindam described the period as emotionally and politically challenging, but said he remains grateful to all who supported him throughout the process.

“I pray what happened to me doesn’t happen to any MP, whether NPP or NDC. I have gone through a lot, and I thank everyone who supported me,” he said.

He singled out former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia for his personal support, describing him as a brother who consistently checked on his welfare and offered assistance.

Mr Nyindam noted that without the timely intervention of the Supreme Court, his seat could have been lost ahead of the proposed by-election. He also stressed that the declaration of the seat as vacant and the political activities in his constituency during that period were deeply troubling.

The Supreme Court recently overturned a Tamale High Court ruling that had annulled Mr Nyindam’s election as MP for the Kpandai Constituency, thereby restoring his position and confirming the validity of his victory in the December 7, 2024, general election.

The apex court’s decision was delivered by a 4–1 majority after granting a certiorari application filed by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) MP, who challenged the High Court’s jurisdiction to nullify the election. Full reasons for the ruling are expected to be released on February 6, 2026.

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Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Mr Nyindam emphasized his respect for the rule of law, noting that he cannot prevent the NDC from taking additional legal steps if they choose to do so.

“If the NDC has any other measure they want to take, they can take it. The law works, and we all abide by it,” he stated.

He further noted that the Supreme Court’s 4–1 majority decision clearly reinstates him as the duly elected MP and that the court is expected to formally notify Parliament and the Clerk ahead of the resumption of parliamentary sittings.

“The full ruling will be out by February 6, and Parliament resumes on the 3rd. The Supreme Court will officially communicate its decision for me to resume my parliamentary duties,” he added.

The Supreme Court overturned a Tamale High Court ruling that had annulled Mr Nyindam’s election as MP for Kpandai, thereby confirming the validity of his victory in the December 7, 2024 polls.

The apex court granted a certiorari application filed by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) MP, challenging the High Court’s jurisdiction to nullify the election. Full reasons for the judgment are expected on February 6, 2026.

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Speaking on Joy FM’s Midday News on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, Mr Kpebu explained the Supreme Court review process.

“They [the NDC] can apply for a review. In the Supreme Court, you effectively have two chances: first, at the ordinary bench, and if your case is dismissed, you can file for a review.

However, most reviews do not succeed. Often, as lawyers, we may spot an obvious or glaring error, but it still fails to find favour in the court,” he said.

The comments follow the Supreme Court’s 4–1 majority decision quashing the Tamale High Court judgment that annulled the election of New Patriotic Party (NPP) candidate Matthew Nyindam. The apex court cited jurisdictional errors and upheld Mr Nyindam’s application, invoking its supervisory jurisdiction, effectively restoring him as Member of Parliament for Kpandai.

Despite the ruling, the NDC insists the matter is not closed. Majority Chief Whip in Parliament, Rockson-Nelson Deafeamekpor, said the party was “grieved” but emphasised that constitutional and legal avenues remain open.

“This is not the end. This matter is not the end. The ruling of the court will be filed according to the court’s own decision by February 6. When we obtain the certified true copy and study it, we will advise ourselves. There is a review option, so this matter is not the end,” Mr Deafeamekpor stated.

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He expressed gratitude to God and the people of his constituency.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Mr. Nyindam said the apex court’s decision affirms the mandate given to him by the people of Kpandai in the December 7, 2024, general election.

According to him, the election petition challenging his victory was filed outside the legally permitted time frame, making the case invalid from the onset.

“The official gazette was on December 24, 2024, and the petition was filed on January 25. It was clearly out of time. God spoke, and through the judges and justices, justice prevailed,” he stated.

The Supreme Court, by a 4–1 majority decision, overturned a Tamale High Court ruling that had annulled Mr. Nyindam’s election.

The court granted a certiorari application filed by the NPP MP, ruling that the High Court lacked the jurisdiction to nullify the election. Full reasons for the judgment are expected to be released on February 6, 2026.

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Speaking in an interview on Joy FM’s Midday News, Mr Kpebu said the decision serves as a “serious warning” to legal practitioners.

“Lawyers have to look to be sure that they are calculating exactly from the date of the gazette notification. In this case, at one point, the NDC candidate argued that the Kpandai results were not gazetted in the original EC gazette notification. A fuller copy was done later, but with this decision, it appears that the argument did not find favour in the court, just like in the Ernest Kumi case,” he said on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.

He added: “Once the EC comes out with a gazette notification, whether your constituency is in it or not, that is the date that must be used for calculating the filing of an election petition.”

Mr Kpebu’s comments come after the Supreme Court, in a 4–1 majority decision, overturned the High Court ruling that annulled the Kpandai parliamentary election won by the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Matthew Nyindam.

The decision followed an application filed by Mr Nyindam, invoking the Supreme Court’s supervisory jurisdiction to set aside the High Court ruling on the grounds of jurisdictional error. The apex court upheld his application, effectively restoring him as Member of Parliament for Kpandai.

The central issue before the Supreme Court was the date on which the EC gazetted the results of the 2024 parliamentary election for the constituency. Under Ghana’s electoral laws, an election petition must be filed within 21 days of the gazette notification of results. A petition filed outside this 21-day window is deemed incompetent.

Mr Nyindam argued that the EC gazetted the results on December 24, 2024, and any petition filed outside the 21-day period from this date would lack jurisdiction. He further contended that the NDC candidate filed his petition before the Tamale High Court outside the deadline, rendering the High Court without jurisdiction.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC), however, argued that the election presented a special situation as the EC issued two gazette notices — one on December 24, 2024, and another on January 6, 2025. According to the NDC, the latter notice superseded the first, making it the operative date for calculating the filing period, and therefore the petition was properly filed within time.

The Supreme Court, however, ruled against the NDC’s argument, with the majority finding in favour of Mr Nyindam.

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His comment comes after the apex court, in a 4–1 majority decision, quashed the Tamale High Court’s judgment that had annulled Mr Nyindam’s election, citing jurisdictional error.

The apex court upheld an application filed by Mr Nyindam invoking its supervisory jurisdiction to set aside the High Court ruling, thereby restoring his mandate as Member of Parliament for Kpandai.

Speaking to journalists after the ruling on Wednesday, Majority Chief Whip in Parliament and NDC MP for South Dayi, Nelson-Rockson Deafeamekpor, said the party was “grieved” by the outcome but emphasised that constitutional and legal options remain open.

“This is not the end. This matter is not the end. The ruling of the court will be filed according to the court’s own decision by February 6. When we obtain the certified true copy and study it, we will advise ourselves. There is a review option, so this matter is not the end,” he maintained.

He urged party supporters, both in Accra and in the Kpandai constituency, to remain calm and law-abiding as the party evaluates its next course of action.

However, the Director of Legal Affairs of the NPP, Gary Nimako Marfo, has described the Supreme Court’s decision as clear, emphatic and final.

According to Mr Nimako Marfo, the ruling leaves no ambiguity regarding the legal position, explaining that the Tamale High Court judgment was lawfully quashed, thereby maintaining Mr Nyindam’s status as the duly elected Member of Parliament for the Kpandai constituency.

Addressing journalists after the court ruling on Tuesday, Mr Marfo, who doubles as Mr. Nyindam’s lawyer said the Supreme Court had removed all uncertainty surrounding the case.

“I think that the Supreme Court has spoken emphatically that the decision of the Tamale High Court was made without jurisdiction, and so the court has quashed it,” he stated.
“Honourable Nyindam still remains the MP for the people of Kpandai. That position is maintained.”

He explained that by quashing the High Court’s ruling, the apex court had lawfully preserved Mr Nyindam’s status in Parliament.

Mr Nimako Marfo also underscored the importance of respecting judicial authority, stressing that once the courts have spoken, all parties must comply with the outcome.

“When it comes to court, the decision goes one way or the other. You take the legal route, and the court has said thus. That should be it,” he added.

His comments follow a 4–1 majority decision by the Supreme Court to set aside the judgment of the Tamale High Court, which had earlier nullified Mr Nyindam’s election. The five-member panel was presided over by Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, who dissented from the majority.

The apex court’s intervention came after Mr Nyindam filed an application invoking the Supreme Court’s supervisory jurisdiction, arguing that the High Court committed a jurisdictional error in handling the election dispute.

After considering the application, the Supreme Court agreed, holding that the Tamale High Court acted without the requisite jurisdiction when it annulled the parliamentary election. The ruling effectively restores Mr Nyindam’s mandate and confirms him as the duly elected Member of Parliament for the Kpandai Constituency.

He noted that although litigation may produce winners and losers, the rule of law depends on collective respect for court decisions, especially after all legal avenues have been exhausted.

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Supporters took to the streets, wearing traditional cloth and blowing horns in celebration.

“It’s a victory for the people!” exclaimed one jubilant resident. “Hon. Matthew has always worked for us, and now the courts have recognized his win.”

The triumph brings a close to a tense and closely contested battle. Crowds gathered at the MP’s headquarters, chanting “Matthew, Matthew!” and waving signs in support. The atmosphere was electric, with party loyalists and well-wishers alike rejoicing at the outcome.

The Supreme Court ruling has brought relief to the constituency, ending weeks of uncertainty and instilling a renewed sense of unity and optimism about the future.

The decision was delivered by a 4-1 majority, with Justice Pwamang dissenting. The majority ruling was supported by Justices Yonny Kulendi, Amadu Tanko, Samuel Asiedu, and Henry Kwofie.

The Court granted the application for certiorari filed by New Patriotic Party (NPP) MP Matthew Nyindam, who had challenged the High Court’s authority to nullify his election. Full reasons for the ruling are expected to be released on February 6, 2026.

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The gesture was aimed at providing relief and encouragement to patients while complementing healthcare delivery in the district. Distributed items included assorted foodstuffs and nutritional supplements to support patients’ recovery.

Presenting the donations to management of the two facilities, Nana Abunabaso I explained that the initiative is part of her long-standing commitment to community welfare, particularly in health and social support. She said the New Year outreach was intended to share hope, care, and kindness with patients and their families.

Health workers at both facilities expressed gratitude for the support, describing it as timely and beneficial. The Medical Superintendent of the Kpandai Polyclinic, Dr Abdul Aziz, noted that such gestures help boost patients’ morale and complement the efforts of medical staff in delivering quality healthcare.

Some beneficiaries also welcomed the donations, saying they eased their burden and made them feel remembered during the festive period.

Over the years, Nana Abunabaso I has been actively involved in philanthropic initiatives across the Kpandai District, focusing on healthcare, women’s welfare, and community development. Her latest donation highlights the crucial role of traditional leaders in promoting social responsibility and supporting public institutions.

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At the commissioning ceremony, the Medical Superintendent of the hospital, Dr Joseph Sonlaar, said the facility would serve residents of Kpandai and neighbouring enclaves that previously had limited access to standard mortuary services.

He explained that the project forms part of the hospital’s long-term vision to strengthen health infrastructure and enhance service delivery in the area.

According to Dr Sonlaar, the mortuary is fitted with modern equipment to ensure the dignified preservation of bodies while easing the emotional and logistical burden families face during bereavement.

He also noted that the facility would create employment opportunities for young people in the district, contributing to local economic growth.

“This mortuary complex includes a temporary holding ward, taking into account the concerns of our Muslim brothers, a main mortuary with cold rooms divided into VIP and general sections, offices, bathrooms and water closets, a bathing and dressing area, and a proper septic drainage system to address public health concerns. I wish to assure the people of Kpandai that we will deliver quality services with the support of a competent and dedicated mortuary staff,” Dr Sonlaar said.

Despite the achievement, he raised concerns about the absence of a dedicated power transformer for the facility, which he described as crucial to its effective operation.

He appealed to politicians, corporate bodies, benevolent individuals and other stakeholders to assist the hospital in securing a transformer to guarantee an uninterrupted power supply.

Dr Sonlaar added that reliable electricity would help maintain high operational standards and ensure the full benefits of the mortuary are realised across the district.

The mortuary has a capacity of between 350 and 400 bodies. Dr Sonlaar disclosed that the project was financed mainly through the hospital’s internally generated funds, with significant support from 24 dedicated health workers who committed their salaries to the project after proposals for external funding and bank loans were unsuccessful.

The General Secretary of the Evangelical Church of Ghana and Guest of Honour at the event, Bishop James Aluruba, congratulated the hospital’s management for its foresight and commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure in Kpandai.

He described the mortuary as a timely intervention that would bring relief to families and communities within the district and beyond.

Bishop Aluruba commended the hospital for its consistent responsiveness to the needs of the people and urged continued support from government, political leaders and the wider community to ensure the facility’s sustainability. He also pledged the continued backing of the church council for the ECG Hospital in Kpandai.

The ceremony attracted traditional authorities, religious leaders, health professionals and community members, who praised the hospital for its ongoing efforts to improve healthcare delivery in the district and its surrounding areas.

He said the apex court’s injunction was justified and prevents a potential waste of state resources.

The lecturer said this on JoyNews on Tuesday, December 16.

“It’s surprising, but it is a very fair decision of the Supreme Court. I think it is just right that they took this particular decision, and I say this on the basis that a certiorari application, if granted, would literally wipe out the entire judgment of the High Court.”

The rerun was suspended pending the determination of a certiorari application seeking to quash the initial court order that mandated the fresh election.

The lecturer affirmed that the court’s intervention, while unexpected given the advanced preparations for the rerun, was ultimately the correct course of action.

“Spending money, time in rerunning an election which could potentially be wiped out by a grant of a social application would not serve any use for the persons, for anyone.”

The lecturer was also particular about the protocol drama over inadequate preparation, which would have been caused in Parliament, provided the suspension was not granted.

“Indeed, it would also mean that whoever even emerges the winner of the election to be run on the 30th, assuming everything was to go on, would also have to leave parliament in a day or two right after he became a member of parliament. And then the old or former member of parliament returned to Parliament. That whole drama would not serve anyone’s interest. In fact, it becomes a useless exercise of judicial resources, and if you like public resources,” he explained.

Justice Abdullai believes the pause creates an opportunity for a more robust process.

“I think the Supreme Court, on this particular occasion, got it absolutely right, thought through all the options, and came out with arguably one of the best decisions that favors both parties. It’s a balancing decision that each party never goes home dry.”

The Supreme Court’s injunction has put the Kpandai rerun on hold with political parties and the Electoral Commission awaiting the court’s final ruling on the pending application.

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The order was issued on Tuesday after the apex court heard an application filed by Mr Nyindam, who is challenging the decision of the Tamale High Court that annulled the December 7, 2024, parliamentary election in the constituency.

The court has adjourned the case to January 13, 2026, for further hearing.

Mr Nyindam, the disputed Member of Parliament, is asking the Supreme Court to review and quash the High Court’s judgment, arguing that the court wrongly assumed jurisdiction in the election petition.

He maintains that the petition, filed by the NDC parliamentary candidate, Daniel Nsala Wakpal, was invalid from the outset and that all proceedings arising from it should be set aside.

According to Mr Nyindam, the High Court acted outside its legal mandate and committed fundamental errors, making judicial intervention by the Supreme Court necessary.

Following the High Court’s ruling, the NPP filed an application for a stay of execution to restrain the Electoral Commission and the NDC from taking steps to enforce the judgment, including conducting a rerun of the election.

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The application was filed by Kpandai Member of Parliament, Mathew Nyindam, who is contesting the High Court’s ruling that annulled the December 7, 2024, parliamentary polls in the constituency. He argues that the court wrongly assumed jurisdiction in the matter.

Mr Nyindam is asking the apex court to review and quash the High Court judgment, which followed an election petition filed by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Daniel Nsala Wakpal.

He maintains that the petition was invalid and that all proceedings arising from it should be set aside.

In his application, the former MP contends that the High Court acted outside its legal mandate and committed errors that warrant the intervention of the Supreme Court through judicial review.

After the High Court’s decision, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) filed an application for a stay of execution, seeking to halt any steps by the Electoral Commission and the NDC to enforce the annulment while the matter is determined by the Supreme Court.

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Deputy Director of Elections and IT of the NDC, Rashid Tanko Computer, expressed the party’s confidence in an interview on Joy FM’s Top Story, insisting that the case lacks merit.

“We are confident that tomorrow they will dismiss it. They have no business being at the Supreme Court. It has no basis, and we are very sure that the law will do justice by dismissing it. They [the NPP] have no case,” Mr Tanko stated.

The comments come ahead of the Supreme Court’s scheduled hearing on Tuesday of an application filed by Matthew Nyindam over the Kpandai parliamentary seat. Mr Nyindam is seeking to overturn a High Court judgement that annulled his 2024 election victory.

Responding to questions on whether all parties involved had been properly served with court processes, Mr Tanko disclosed that the NDC and its candidate, Daniel Wakpal, had not been officially notified as of Monday, December 15.

He added that he had personally contacted the party’s candidate, who confirmed that he was not aware of any service of process.

“I called him, and he said he is not aware and that he has not been served. So, well, let’s see what happens,” Mr Tanko added.

He further stated that since the NDC candidate has not been served, the hearing cannot happen.

The Supreme Court’s decision is expected to have significant implications for the ongoing dispute surrounding the Kpandai seat and the planned parliamentary rerun in the constituency, which is scheduled for December 30.

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Speaking on the AM Show, Dankwah explained that recent polling data shows strong internal cohesion within the NPP, while the NDC is experiencing noticeable cracks in voter loyalty, particularly among key demographics.

“But the guy is very strong. I think we can’t take that away from him. He has to hold his own and make sure there’s no division within his rank,” Dankwah said, referring to the NPP candidate, Matthew Nyindam.

“From the data we’ve seen, NPP is solid behind their candidate, whereas NDC is fragmented in that area at the moment.”

His comments follow the release of a Global InfoAnalytics survey ahead of the Kpandai parliamentary rerun, which places Nyindam narrowly in the lead.

The poll shows the NPP candidate securing 50 per cent of voter support, with the NDC’s Daniel Nsala Wakpal close behind on 46 per cent.

According to the findings, independent candidate Donkor Eric Nipani is projected to receive about one per cent of the vote, while three per cent of respondents remain undecided. With a margin of error of ±3.9 per cent, the poll suggests the race is still too close to call.

Dankwah noted that the NDC’s challenge goes beyond headline numbers, pointing to signs of uncertainty within its support base, especially among women voters.

“If you look at those who voted for this candidate, some of the women are saying they are undecided. So, something is not right in NDC there,” he observed, adding that internal party divisions could cost the opposition if not addressed quickly.

He cautioned, however, that the dynamics could still shift before election day, stressing that voter sentiment remains fluid in closely contested races such as Kpandai.

The Kpandai rerun has attracted national attention, with both major parties intensifying campaigns in the constituency, seen as a key political battleground. Analysts say turnout, party unity and last-minute persuasion of undecided voters are likely to determine the outcome.

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The baseline survey by Global Info Analytics, conducted ahead of the re-run election, found a striking consensus on national issues.

A significant 66% of voters believe Ghana is headed in the right direction, while 64% approve of President Mahama’s job performance.

“Overall, voters in the Kpandai constituency believe Ghana is headed in the right direction,” the pollsters noted, highlighting a favourable national climate for the governing party.

However, this strong presidential backing has not translated into a clear lead for the NDC’s parliamentary hopeful, Daniel Nsala Wakpal. The race remains a statistical dead heat, with the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) candidate, Hon. Mathew Nyindam, polling at 50% against Wakpal’s 46%.

The disconnect appears rooted in local priorities.

When asked what would most influence their vote, constituents pointed to jobs (34%), the economy (18%), and roads (15%)—issues they will weigh against the candidates’ local records and promises.

“The top issues which will influence voters’ choice on whom they would vote for are jobs, economy, and roads,” the poll summary stated, setting the stage for a campaign focused on local delivery.

The poll, which sampled 1,065 voters between December 11 and 13, 2025, shows 3% of voters are undecided, making them the key target for both campaigns in the final stretch.

The seat became vacant after the 2024 election result was nullified.

The final survey is scheduled for December 25-28, just days before voters return to the polls to determine if their positive national outlook will ultimately benefit the NDC’s local candidate.

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Released on Sunday, December 14, 2025, the poll shows Nyindam leading his closest rival, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate Daniel Nsala Wakpal, who has 46% backing.

Independent candidate Donkor Eric Nipani is projected to attract around 1% of the votes, while 3% of respondents remain undecided.

The survey reveals that the race remains tightly contested, with Nyindam’s lead falling within a ±3.9% margin of error, indicating limited movement among voters.

About 2% of Nyindam’s previous supporters have shifted to Wakpal, matched by an equal percentage of Wakpal’s supporters moving to Nyindam.

Notably, the poll highlights a significant transfer of support from Donkor Eric Nipani, with 28% of his previous backers now favouring Nyindam, contributing to his current marginal lead.

Global InfoAnalytics’ findings suggest that while the contest is highly competitive, Nyindam retains a slight edge, underscoring the importance of turnout and voter mobilisation in the lead-up to the rerun scheduled for December 30, 2025.

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Speaking on Adom FM’s morning show Dwaso Nsem, Mr. Gbande said the party is “already on our way,” adding, “We are doing preparations and campaigning hard, and we will win that seat.”

He also criticised the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and incumbent MP Matthew Nyindam, saying, “Nyindam was in Kpandai doing campaign when the Minority was disrupting Parliament and needed numbers just to make noise. Of what use will it be to keep Nyindam in Parliament when their numbers will only be used for noise?”

Gbande accused the NPP of attempting to rig the election, stressing, “The people of Kpandai deserve better and a very peaceful constituency, but the NPP tried to manipulate that election. They did nothing for the constituency when they were in power for eight years, so it is best that the NDC wins.”

He also dismissed the idea that the NPP could win with a sympathy vote, saying, “The NPP just wants a sympathy vote, but Ghanaians won’t give them that.”

Meanwhile, the General Secretary of the NPP, Justin Frimpong Kodua, challenged Gbande’s claims during the same show.

He questioned whether the events in Kpandai were “a good thing,” blaming the NDC for the confusion that erupted during the 2024 elections and accusing the government of failing to deliver on the economy.

The Electoral Commission (EC) is expected to announce a timetable for the rerun in the coming days as political developments in the constituency continue.

While the NDC welcomed the Tamale High Court ruling that nullified the previous results, the NPP has rejected the decision, questioning why the entire election is being rerun instead of only the affected polling stations.

Mr. Nyindam, the incumbent MP, has filed notices of appeal and a stay of execution against the court’s ruling.

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The application, filed pursuant to Article 99 of the 1992 Constitution and Section 16 of the Representation of the People Act, 1992 (PNDCL 284), concerns the disputed December 7, 2024 parliamentary election in Kpandai.

Mr. Wakpal is challenging the EC’s declaration of the New Patriotic Party’s Matthew Nyindam as Member of Parliament-elect for the constituency.

In the motion for committal for contempt, filed under Order 50 Rule 1(2) of C.I. 47, counsel for the NDC candidate is asking the court to commit Madam Mensa for failing to comply with an earlier Tamale High Court directive ordering a rerun of the election.

The Tamale High Court is expected to hear the motion on December 23, 2025.

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This decision comes after a ruling by the Tamale High Court on Monday, November 24, 2025, directing that a fresh election be conducted within 30 days.

According to the Commission, it also received formal notification from the Clerk to Parliament on Monday, December 8, 2025, confirming that the Kpandai parliamentary seat has been declared vacant.

The rerun will involve only the three candidates who participated in the 2024 parliamentary election in the constituency.

Announcing the development, Mr. Fred Tetteh, Deputy Director of the Research, Monitoring and Evaluation Department at the Electoral Commission, urged the public to take note of the date and participate actively.

The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to conducting a transparent, credible, and peaceful election in compliance with the court’s directive.

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Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s morning show Dwaso Nsem, Mr. Nyindam said Parliament is meant to be a place where every MP can be heard, but he feels he has been denied that right.

“The Speaker has not been fair to me. When we talk about democracy and the rule of law, Parliament is where an individual should be heard. What he has done to me means he has not given me a fair chance,” Nyindam said.

He added that as Speaker, Bagbin should have protected him, recalling that the Speaker has previously witnessed and handled similar disputes.

“Even in the Gyakie Qyayson issue, he was there as the Speaker and witnessed the matter. Everyone who becomes an MP and has an issue in Parliament, the Speaker has seen it. So to treat me like this, I don’t know the motivation behind it,” he said.

Mr. Nyindam expressed confusion over the decision to contest his seat, insisting that he should have been allowed to present his side of the story.

“Whatever they took to court, I don’t understand why I am being treated this way. I don’t even know why they want to take my seat from me. At least allow me to tell my side, but they didn’t, and subjecting me to this kind of treatment leaves me speechless,” he said.

His remarks come after a Tamale High Court ruling annulled his parliamentary election victory and ordered a rerun in the Kpandai Constituency within 30 days. Following the ruling, Parliament formally notified the Electoral Commission (EC) of the vacancy.

In a letter dated December 4, 2025, the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, informed EC Chairperson Jean Mensa that the judgment delivered on November 24, 2025, necessitates a fresh election.

The notification, issued under Article 112(5) of the 1992 Constitution, officially triggers the electoral processes required for the rerun in Kpandai.

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Speaking on the Joy Super Morning Show on Tuesday, Mahama Ayariga said the Minority’s attempt to block debate in the chamber ultimately worked against their own interests.

According to him, the law is clear that once a court orders a rerun of an election, the Clerk is mandated to notify the Electoral Commission (EC), unless a court order is in place to stay the judgment.

“What I know is that as the law is, the Clerk acted properly within the law. He cannot be faulted,” he said. “Once you don’t have an order of the court saying that its judgment should be stayed, the time keeps running. And as we speak, the Clerk, having communicated to the Electoral Commission, the 30 days have started running.”

He argued that the chaos that erupted in Parliament on Tuesday could have been avoided if MPs had allowed a proper discussion on the floor to enable the Speaker to give a ruling. 

Instead, he said, the Minority disrupted proceedings and blocked him from explaining the legal position.

“What the Speaker actually meant was that we should have allowed a discussion in the chamber in an atmosphere that would enable him to give a ruling. They prevented that from happening,” he said, adding that “they are the ones who have suffered the legal consequences.”

Parliament descended into confusion on Tuesday night after Minority MPs demanded an adjournment following Speaker Alban Bagbin’s decision to defer his ruling on the Kpandai seat matter. 

Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh insisted no government business should continue until the issue was resolved.

But Speaker Bagbin ruled after a voice vote that proceedings would continue, prompting Minority MPs to chant and attempt to disrupt the sitting.

The tension follows a letter dated December 4, 2025, in which the Clerk to Parliament formally notified EC Chairperson Jean Mensa of a vacancy in the Kpandai Constituency. 

The notification was issued after a High Court ordered a rerun of the 2024 parliamentary election in the area.

Mahama Ayariga, who represents Bawku Central on the NDC ticket, said the Majority had every right to defend their candidate, just as the Minority had previously done in similar instances.

“They must be seen fighting for their own. They have forgotten that the person Nyindam defeated is also an NDC person, so we also have a stake in fighting for our own,” he said. 

“If you feel you should fight for your own, you think we shouldn’t be fighting for ours? How unreasonable could you be—especially when the law is on our side?”

He warned that preventing open debate on legal matters in Parliament would undermine the country’s democratic foundations.

“If we start allowing that, then we’ll be destroying the democracy,” he said.

The EC is expected to issue further directives as preparations begin for the ordered rerun of the Kpandai parliamentary election.

The disruption occurred after Minority MPs demanded that the House be adjourned, following Speaker Alban Bagbin’s deferral of a ruling on the Kpandai seat vacancy.

Earlier, Minority MPs blocked Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga from responding to calls for the withdrawal of a letter from the Clerk of Parliament declaring the Kpandai seat vacant. The letter, dated December 4, 2025, was sent to Electoral Commission Chairperson Jean Mensa after a High Court ruling ordered a rerun of the Kpandai election.

Dressed in black, Minority MPs chanted patriotic songs, banged tables, and hooted at the Clerk of Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, who tried to maintain order. Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh described the letter as “out of place” and “unfortunate,” arguing that it violated the rule of law and should be withdrawn.

The confrontation escalated as Minority MPs repeatedly obstructed Mahama Ayariga whenever he attempted to speak. Speaker Alban Bagbin was forced to temporarily suspend proceedings, urging MPs to respect standing orders and indicating that the matter would be resolved after consultations with the House leaders.

Speaking on the floor of the House, Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh expressed strong dissatisfaction with the ongoing dispute, noting that it has already begun to affect parliamentary proceedings.

“We want to make it clear that until the Kpandai issue is resolved, government business will suffer. Mr. Speaker, we are saying again that until Kpandai is resolved, we on this side will not cooperate,” he stated.

He further urged the Majority side to “marshal their numbers” if they intend to conduct government business, dismissing claims that the Minority is deliberately blocking parliamentary work. According to him, the Majority appears to be attempting to “twist their hands.”

The exchange eventually escalated into heated scenes in the chamber, resulting in a brief disruption between both sides of the House.

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The Minority, led by the Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, read an urgent statement on the floor of Parliament, indicating that the act by the House amounts to selectivity of justice.

They described the action by the Clerk to Parliament and the Majority as a violation of democratic principles.

According to the Minority, the matter in question was ruled on by the Tamale High Court, presided over by Justice Bart-Plange Brew, who granted the relief sought by the plaintiff — a decision which, after the 21-day period, renders the seat vacant.

The Minority, however, insists that the decision by the court is untenable.

They noted that they had informed the House that processes had been filed in both the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court, and that these had been duly served on the Speaker.

Despite this, the Minority expressed disappointment that the Majority and the Speaker directed the Clerk to write to the Electoral Commission declaring the Kpandai seat vacant.

Today’s sitting, which was expected to consider key business including the passage of the 2026 Budget, came to a halt as the Minority protested.

After the speech by their acting leader registering their displeasure in the chamber, the presiding Speaker abruptly left his seat without announcement.

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Speaking on the AM Show, Mr Nyindam maintained that he is calm because his side did not engage in any wrongdoing in the disputed 2024 race.

“I am so fine because I am not troubled. We’ve not cheated in this particular election,” he said.

He, however, accused the government of wielding overwhelming influence over national processes, suggesting that state actors act without regard to fairness. “What I’ve realised is that there is a government that is so strong and whatever they want to do, they will want to do it.

They don’t care whether you are right or you are wrong,” he said, adding that he views himself as “just an individual” in the broader political machinery.

His comments come as the Parliamentary Service has formally notified the Electoral Commission of a vacancy in the Kpandai Constituency following a court order directing a re-run of the 2024 Parliamentary Elections.

The notification, dated December 4, 2025 and signed by Clerk to Parliament, Mr Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, fulfils the constitutional requirement to trigger the administrative processes for a fresh poll.

The letter was sent to the EC Chairperson, Mrs Jean Mensa, in line with Article 112(5) of the 1992 Constitution.

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In a letter dated December 4, 2025, and addressed to EC Chairperson Mrs. Jean Mensa, the Clerk explained that the vacancy arose after the High Court in Tamale, on November 24, 2025, annulled the constituency’s parliamentary results and directed that a fresh election be conducted.

He noted that the notification was in line with Article 112(5) of the 1992 Constitution, which requires the Clerk of Parliament to inform the EC whenever a parliamentary seat becomes vacant.

The court order was served on the Clerk of Parliament, who was the fourth respondent in suit number NR/TL/HC/E13/22/25, prompting the formal declaration of the vacancy.

The EC is now expected to commence processes toward organising the rerun election for the Kpandai seat.

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At a press conference on Monday, the chiefs expressed concern over what they described as attempts by certain groups to create tension and undermine the will of the people. They maintained that the electoral process in the constituency was transparent, peaceful, and reflective of voters’ choice.

“We, the chiefs of Kpandai State, stand collectively to affirm that there should be no rerun in the Kpandai Constituency,” the statement read. “The people have voted, and their decision must be respected. We therefore appeal to His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama to intervene and ensure that justice and peace prevail.”

The traditional authorities further called on political actors and supporters to exercise restraint and resolve grievances through lawful and peaceful channels, rather than actions that could destabilize the area.

The chiefs reiterated their readiness to work with government, security agencies, and community stakeholders to safeguard peace in the constituency, particularly as national tensions rise over electoral disputes.

The press conference was attended by opinion leaders, elders, and members of the media, all of whom echoed the call for calm and respect for the election outcome.

Concluding their statement, the chiefs reaffirmed their commitment to unity and development, stressing that Kpandai must not be drawn into avoidable conflict over political disagreements.

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Mr. Nyindam, who was ordered to face a rerun, argues that the High Court, Commercial Division in Tamale, fundamentally erred in assuming jurisdiction over the case because the original election petition was filed outside the statutory time limit.

The Core Argument: Petition Filed 11 Days Late

The central pillar of Nyindam’s appeal revolves around a procedural error concerning the mandatory deadline for filing parliamentary election petitions as prescribed by Ghanaian law.

According to the MP’s legal counsel, Gary Nimako Marfo, the results for the Kpandai Constituency election, held on December 7, 2024, were officially published in the Government Gazette on December 24, 2024.

Ghana’s electoral law, specifically Section 18 of the Representation of the People Law, 1992 (P.N.D.C.L. 284), mandates that all petitions challenging parliamentary election results must be filed within 21 days of the gazette publication.

However, the petition challenging Nyindam’s victory was filed by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Daniel Nsala Wakpal, on January 25, 2025—a significant 32 days after the Gazette publication.

This means the petition was filed 11 days after the legal deadline had expired.

Nyindam’s affidavit submitted to the Supreme Court emphatically states the jurisdictional error:

“The Parliamentary Election Petition filed by the 1st Interested Party on 25th January 2025, in respect of the Parliamentary Election held at the Kpandai Constituency on 7th December 2024, was invalid and could not have properly invoked the jurisdiction of the High Court, Commercial Division, Tamale,” Nyindam’s affidavit submitted to the Supreme Court states.

High Court Ruling and Supreme Court Challenge

The controversial High Court ruling, delivered on November 24, 2025, had annulled the entire Kpandai election results and ordered the Electoral Commission to conduct a rerun within 30 days.

Mr. Nyindam is now seeking a judicial review in the nature of certiorari to quash the entire judgment, along with all processes and proceedings that resulted from the allegedly invalid petition.

His legal team argues that allowing the High Court’s decision to stand would severely undermine the administration of justice and violate the statutory limits governing election petitions.

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear the critical jurisdictional matter on Tuesday, December 16, 2025.

Election Data Breakdown

The official results from the December 7, 2024, Kpandai parliamentary election show a clear victory margin for the incumbent before the annulment:

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According to Suame MP and legal counsel to the Minority, John Darko, the presiding judge, Justice Emmanuel Bart Plange Brew, has yet to provide the certified written ruling despite repeated requests.

“We haven’t received any written judgment from the High Court in Tamale even though we have consistently been asking the court. It’s a troubling situation. It’s been four days past the judge’s own deadline and we’ve still not received it,” he said on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show.

Mr. Darko added that the delay is severely affecting the legal rights of the sitting MP, who intends to file an appeal and has applied for a stay of execution of the High Court’s directive ordering a fresh election.

“It’s completely unacceptable. We haven’t been given time by the court for the application on stay of execution. This is a constitutional matter, and the people of Kpandai are being denied their representation,” he stated.

The dispute follows Justice Plange Brew’s ruling that annulled the results from all 152 polling stations in Kpandai and ordered a rerun within 30 days—a decision the Minority insists is questionable.

Meanwhile, Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has clarified that the Kpandai seat cannot be declared vacant immediately, noting that the statutory stay of execution remains in force until December 1, 2025.

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Addressing journalists in Parliament, Dafeamekpor dismissed the Minority’s claims regarding the court ruling on the Kpandai seat, arguing that the NPP should focus on the real contest rather than “peddling falsehood.”

He noted that although Speaker Alban Bagbin has granted incumbent MP Matthew Nyindam a seven-day stay of execution, the NDC views the situation as a clear mandate to mobilise ahead of the re-run.

“We are here to set the record straight: they lost the matter, and they are dazed,” he said. “The battleground is in Kpandai, not in the foyer of Parliament. We, the NDC, are on the ground. We are working.”

Mr Dafeamekpor accused the NPP of remaining in Accra while the NDC intensifies its campaign in the constituency.

“As we speak, we are in Kpandai campaigning. They won’t go and campaign, and when they lose, they blame innocent people,” he added.

The pending re-run stems from a legal challenge to the 2024 Kpandai parliamentary results, a matter both parties have contested for months.

While the Speaker’s ruling temporarily halts the enforcement of the court decision, the Majority maintains that the political reality remains unchanged.

The NDC has already formally notified the NPP to prepare for a fresh contest, describing the re-run as inevitable “rain or shine.”

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Speaking in Parliament on Thursday, November 27, Bagbin noted that while the court’s decision nullifies the declaration of Matthew Nyindam as MP, its enforcement is temporarily suspended by law.

Quoting the court’s effect, he said:
“The effect of the order, to my understanding, is that the EC is to conduct a rerun election within 30 days, implying that the original declaration of Hon. Matthew Nyindam as winner is invalid and the member is no longer an MP.”

However, Bagbin highlighted statutory provisions that prevent an immediate declaration of vacancy. Citing the Court of Appeal Rules, 1997 (CI 19) as amended by CI 132, he explained that Rule 27(3) imposes a mandatory seven-day stay of execution on all appealable High Court decisions.

He referenced legal precedents, noting that the Supreme Court in Mensah v GCB (2005–2006) held that any execution before the expiration of the seven-day window is “premature and void.” The Court of Appeal also reinforced this principle in Clenam Construction Ltd v Valcum Crest (April 7, 2022), emphasizing that the automatic stay allows the losing party time to consider an appeal.

Bagbin added that this statutory stay remains active until December 1, 2025, and the High Court ruling “cannot form the basis for the Speaker to instruct the Clerk to notify the EC that the Kpandai seat is vacant.” He further noted that if Nyindam chooses to appeal, additional procedures under CI 27(1) would apply.

His clarification follows calls from the Majority caucus for the Speaker to immediately declare the seat vacant, citing precedents such as former Assin North MP James Gyakye Quayson. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, however, insisted that Nyindam must not be barred prematurely and said the Minority will oppose any move that sidesteps due legal process.

With the Speaker’s explanation now on record, Parliament is expected to observe the mandatory seven-day period—and any potential appeal—before taking further action regarding the Kpandai seat.

The ruling comes after a heated exchange between the minority and majority on Wednesday, November 26, during which the majority argued that the Tamale High Court’s annulment of the Kpandai constituency results bars Nyindam from presenting himself as the constituency’s MP.

The disagreement forced an abrupt adjournment of parliamentary proceedings.

Meanwhile, Matthew Nyindam maintains that he remains the legitimate MP for Kpandai despite the Tamale High Court ruling.

He made the remarks on JoyFM’s Top Story when asked why he continues to hold himself out as MP following the court’s decision.

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A Tamale High Court on Monday, November 24, 2025, annulled the Kpandai parliamentary results, citing multiple irregularities in the 2024 polls, and directed the Electoral Commission to conduct a fresh election.

In response, the Majority Caucus urged Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin to immediately declare the Kpandai seat vacant. Speaking on the floor, Majority Chief Whip Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor referenced previous events and called for Mr. Nyindam’s removal.

“Mr. Speaker, I’m not raising these matters whimsically because precedent will guide us. When the Honourable Gyakye Quayson was ordered by the court to go through a re-run, members of this side, mainly led by the now Minority Leader, spoke vociferously against allowing him to continue in this House. Eventually, he had to leave. This is a path we have travelled. Precedent has been set. Nobody can tell us today that the Honourable Nyindam must have a voice in this House. It won’t happen,” he said.

Addressing journalists in Parliament, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin dismissed the Majority’s call, stressing that Mr. Nyindam continues to hold his seat until all legal processes are fully exhausted.

“Let me speak directly to the people of Kpandai: your Member of Parliament remains the sitting MP for the Kpandai Constituency. He is a full Member of Parliament and a proud member of the Minority Caucus and the NPP,” Mr. Afenyo-Markin stated.

He added that until the court’s decision is fully finalized and proper procedures are followed, Mr. Nyindam’s status as MP remains unchanged.

This comes after Mr Nyindam reportedly prepared to contribute to proceedings.

The Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, immediately rose to his feet, vowing to block any attempt by the annulled MP to debate.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Wednesday, November 26, he insisted that Mr. Nyindam can no longer be recognised as a Member of Parliament.

“Mr. Speaker, the High Court in Tamale has ordered that the outcome of the December 7, 2024, election, which brought Honourable Nyindam to this House as the MP for Kpandai, was flawed. Therefore, that election has been ordered to be rerun. Ipso facto, the Honourable Nyindam is no longer a member of this House,” he stated.

Dafeamekpor argued that Parliament has already been served with the court’s judgment and supporting documents, stressing that the House is bound by the ruling until overturned.

“The mere filing of an appeal or a stay of execution does not operate to stop the judgment of the court,” he added. “We will not allow Nyindam to continuously carry himself as an MP, and we will not allow him to speak.”

“Mr. Speaker, these are very serious matters,” Dafeamekpor said. “He cannot enter the chamber and even attempt to debate.”

The stance by the Majority follows Monday’s ruling by the Tamale High Court, presided over by Justice Emmanuel Brew Plange, which annulled the Kpandai parliamentary results and ordered a fresh poll within 30 days.

The criticism, by Rashid Tanko Computer, Deputy Director of Elections and IT for the NDC, comes in response to the NPP’s rejection of the Tamale High Court ruling, which annulled the 2024 parliamentary election in Kpandai and ordered a fresh poll following a petition by NDC candidate Daniel Nsala Wakpal.

The NPP has filed a notice of appeal and a motion for stay of execution, insisting that the ruling is flawed and that the original results remain valid.

Speaking on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Monday, November 24, Tanko Computer described the NPP’s move as premature.

“They [NPP] have spoken about going for an appeal and filing a stay of execution. But have they even looked at the reasoning behind the ruling?

“The judge just said our petition was upheld and that the reasoning will be given to us on Friday. You have not even seen it, and you’ve gone to file for appeal. What are you appealing for? So you see how interesting the NPP can be?” he said.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, Mr. Nyindam claimed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) had signalled to constituents a week earlier that the court would call for a fresh election, raising suspicions about the outcome.

The MP, who won the election by a margin of 3,734 votes, insisted his victory was legitimate and fully backed by all pink sheets. He accused the NDC of attempting to disrupt the collation process after realising they had lost, alleging the party mobilised a group to cause chaos at the collation centre.

He also dismissed the NDC’s claims of irregularities in 41 polling stations, including allegations that some electoral officers failed to record ballot ranges or total vote counts on certain pink sheets.

“I know the love my constituents have for me, and I love them too. I am surprised, however, that I am not more shocked because if the elections had been rigged, I would be disturbed. I won by a margin of 3,734 votes, which is a significant victory. During the elections, the NDC realized they had lost, so they organized a mob to come and destroy things at the collation centre. Fortunately, we had our pink sheets,” he said.

According to Nyindam, out of 152 polling stations, only two lacked signatures from party agents—one from the NDC and one from the NPP.

“For security reasons, we went to the regional EC office for the results to be declared, but the NDC refused to cooperate. They raised objections for 41 polling centres where I won, claiming irregularities. They alleged that electoral officers had not indicated allocation ranges or recorded total votes on some pink sheets. Out of 152 polling stations, only two were objected to by agents: one from the NDC and one from the NPP,” he explained.

Nyindam added that the NDC’s early announcements about a rerun had prepared him for the ruling. “I’m not surprised because a week before today, they started announcing in the constituency that they were going to rerun the elections. We work with the law, so we prepared the appeal,” he said.

Meanwhile, the NPP has officially rejected the court’s judgment, describing it as fundamentally flawed. The party has filed both a notice of appeal and a motion for stay of execution as it seeks to overturn the decision.

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In an interview with Adom News, Nana Atorsah II expressed frustration over what he described as years of neglect by successive governments.

He said residents of Kpandai are fed up with unfulfilled promises and will no longer support leaders who fail to deliver meaningful development.

“Why should we continue to vote for you while you drive in big cars, spending our money, yet refuse to fix our roads?” the chief lamented, voicing the anger of his people.

He explained that the poor road network has crippled economic activities, disrupted transportation of goods and services, and made access to healthcare and education extremely difficult for residents.

The chief also appealed to the Minister of Energy to address the persistent low voltage and unreliable power supply that has plagued Kpandai and its neighbouring communities. According to him, the unstable electricity has negatively impacted local businesses and slowed the area’s growth.

“We are pleading with the Energy Minister to help fix the low current situation. Our people deserve stable power to improve their livelihoods,” he stated.

Nana Atorsah II reaffirmed his commitment to advocating for the welfare of his people and urged the government to prioritize infrastructure and energy development in rural communities like Kpandai.

Source: Odehyeba Owusu Job

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The latest storm has severely damaged several public schools, including Kpandai Primary School, Lessing Primary, Kpandai DA, New Nkanchina, and Balia Basic School, disrupting academic activities.

Authorities at the affected schools are appealing for urgent support to repair the damage.

Beyond the schools, over 20 houses have been destroyed, leaving many residents displaced and suffering economic losses.

ASASE 91.5 FM, an affiliate of Adom 106.3 FM, was also hit, with its transmission tower completely crushed.

The station manager confirmed the destruction and called for assistance to restore operations

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Several homes, stores and school buildings were severely affected, with properties worth thousands of cedis damaged.

During Adom News’ Odehyeba Owusu Job’s visit to the affected areas, including Wiae and Buya, residents recounted the devastating impact of the storm.

At Buya Basic School, the storm ripped off the roofs of classroom blocks, leaving both students and teachers stranded.

Many expressed concern over their losses and appealed to the Member of Parliament for the constituency, Hon. Mathew Nyindam, as well as the government, NGOs, and other stakeholders, to provide immediate relief and support.

The NPP Constituency Chairman for Kpandai, Mr. Kennedy Gyato, speaking on behalf of the MP, assured residents that their concerns would be relayed for urgent attention.

He also called on benevolent organizations and the government to assist those affected.

Despite the extensive damage, no casualties were recorded.

They alleged that the ongoing vote collation had been rigged in favor of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) candidate, Matthew Nyindam, who is reportedly in the lead.

The agitated crowd, armed with bottles and sticks, threatened to burn down the building if the Electoral Commission (EC) declared Nyindam the winner.

The situation escalated, with Biometric Verification Devices (BVRs) being taken away and some ballots destroyed during the fracas.

Military personnel were swiftly deployed to the scene to restore order and prevent further destruction.

The incident has added to the tension in the constituency as the nation awaits the final election results.

Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the incident.

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The communities are Lonto, Loloto, Jirandogo, Jamboai, Kabeso, Kakpeni, Kachinke, Nbowure, and Nkanchina Nursing College.

Residents in these communities, especially during the dry season, face acute water shortages.

Mr. Nyamah secured support from the Ghana National Gas Company Limited and the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) to address the issue.

Speaking at Nkanchina Nursing College, Mr. Nyamah expressed satisfaction in fulfilling his promise to address the water challenges faced by the communities and pledged to continue serving the people in the Kpandai Constituency.

“I am truly personally satisfied for living up to my words as a principle bequeathed to me by my late father who said ‘Don’t use your mouth to promise what you can not fulfill’ This is to his memory,” he said.

The District Chief Executive of the Kpandai District, Kofi Atta Emmanuel Tatablata inaugurated five (5) member committees in every community for the management and maintenance of the projects to ensure their sustainability.

Students of Nkanchina Nursing College expressed their happiness as their long search for potable water is finally over.

Residents from the communities also expressed their gratitude to Mr. Nyamah for alleviating their plight.

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The items donated by Muslims communities in the Northern Region were to be distributed to persons affected by the Akosombo dam spillage, especially in Lonto and Kpadjai in the Kpandai District.

The Kpandai district NADMO Director, Peter Nayo Nyarko, in an interview with Adom News said the MP assisted in bringing the items from Tamale which include bags of rice and clothes to kpandai but rather sent the items to his house at Katiajeri without discharging the items at their NADMO office in Kpandai the district capital.

The MP’s reason, Mr Nyarko revealed is that, he paid for the truck which transported the items from the donors from Tamale to Katiajeri in the Kpandai district, including its loading hence must be paid GH¢6,500 before releasing the items.

This, Mr Nyarko described as thievery leading to the heated exchange with the MP.

Meanwhile, the MP for Kpandai constituency, Daniel Nsala Wakpal has refused to comment on the issue.

Modern slavery in various forms are depriving many people, especially women and children, of their fundamental rights and freedoms. The International Labour Organisation estimates that almost 50 million people, or one in every 150 worldwide, are in situations of modern slavery.  

It is at the back of this statistics that the Program officer, Action Aid Ghana in the Northern Region has implemented the Combatting Modern Slavery project with funding support from the Norwegian Agency for Development Corporation (Norad) to support women in the northern region.  

She added that centuries on from the abolition of slavery in major economies worldwide, enforced labour is still a huge problem and to address these human rights abuses, ActionAid Ghana and Ethiopia have been undertaking the project to implement measures to prevent, identify and protect vulnerable groups and victims of modern slavery. 

Mrs. Beatrice Biije made the comments while handing over the startup material to 20 project beneficiary in the Kpandai District.

The beneficiaries received various start up kits from various training such as, Soap making, Vegetable farming, Animal Rearing, among others.

She said businesses have also been engaged and trained to implement anti-modern slavery measures to prevent, identify and tackle the use of human trafficking and forced labour, including the worst forms of child labour, in their own operations and supply chains. 

Some of the beneficiaries in an interview with Adom News thanked Action Aid Ghana for the kind gesture and also promise to use the items judiciously for intended purpose.

Finally, the District Director of Kpandai District Assembly also in an interview with Adom News acknowledged the partnership of Action Aid Ghana and the District Assembly for the past five years and also assured the Assembly’s full support towards action Aid in the District.

He also seized the opportunity to call on the beneficiaries not to sell the items given to them but rather use them judiciously for their intended purpose.