The Majority Caucus in Parliament has called for the immediate cancellation of the Ayawaso East parliamentary primary following allegations of widespread vote-buying during the exercise.
According to the caucus, reports emerging from the constituency suggest that the integrity of the primary was severely compromised, raising serious concerns about the credibility of the outcome. Members of the Majority argue that allowing the results to stand would undermine internal party democracy and erode public confidence in the electoral process.
In a statement issued on the matter, the caucus stressed that political contests must be conducted on a level playing field, free from inducements that unfairly influence voters. They noted that vote-buying, if proven, constitutes a blatant violation of party rules and democratic principles.
The Majority Caucus has therefore urged the party’s national leadership and relevant electoral bodies to launch a thorough investigation into the allegations. They insist that any individuals found culpable must be sanctioned in line with party regulations to serve as a deterrent to others.
Until such investigations are concluded, the caucus maintains that the Ayawaso East primary should be annulled and a fresh contest organised to restore fairness and credibility to the process.
The controversy adds to growing concerns about monetisation in internal party elections, a challenge many political actors have warned could weaken Ghana’s democratic institutions if left unchecked.
