Accra: National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate and former High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed, has officially filed his nomination at the Electoral Commission to contest the upcoming Ayawaso East by-election. This move follows clearance from the party's National Functional Executive Committee, allowing him to participate in the by-election.
According to Ghana Web, Baba Jamal emerged victorious in the NDC primaries, which were closely contested amid allegations of vote-buying and inducement. In response, the NDC established a committee to investigate these claims. The party stated that the committee reviewed complaints from delegates and party members, assessed available evidence, and engaged relevant stakeholders before reaching its findings.
While acknowledging broader concerns about inducement in party primaries, the committee found no grounds to disqualify Baba Jamal from contesting the by-election. Baba Jamal has consistently denied the allegations, maintaining that his campaign adhered fully to the party's rules and guidelines.
The Ayawaso East parliamentary seat became vacant following the death of the sitting Member of Parliament, Naser Toure Mahama, necessitating the by-election. The by-election is scheduled for March 3, 2026.