NDC CONSTITUENCY ELECTION: DELEGATES INVOKE ‘ANTOA’ DEITY OVER ALLEGED ALBUM MANIPULATION

Allegations of irregularities in the delegates’ album spark tension during the party’s internal election

BIMBILLA, NORTHERN REGION — Tensions have reportedly emerged during a National Democratic Congress (NDC) constituency-level election after some delegates allegedly invoked the Antoa deity over claims of manipulation involving the delegates’ album.

The incident centres on allegations that the album, which is used to identify eligible delegates during the internal electoral process, may have been tampered with. The claims reportedly prompted some delegates to resort to traditional spiritual appeals as they expressed concerns over the integrity of the process.

The invocation of Antoa, a traditional deity associated in Ghanaian public discourse with spiritual retribution for perceived wrongdoing, has added an unusual dimension to the dispute surrounding the party’s internal polls.

However, the allegations of album manipulation have not been independently verified, and it remains unclear what specific changes were allegedly made, who may have been responsible, or whether an official complaint has been lodged with the party’s electoral authorities.

The delegates’ album is a key document in internal party elections because it helps determine who is eligible to participate in the voting process. Disputes over its contents can therefore raise concerns about transparency, eligibility and confidence in the outcome.

It is also unclear whether NDC constituency election officials or regional party executives have formally responded to the allegations or announced any measures to investigate the matter.

The reported incident highlights the importance of clear procedures for verifying delegates’ records and addressing complaints during internal elections. Prompt clarification from the relevant party authorities would help establish the facts and prevent unverified claims from escalating into further disputes.

For now, the allegation of manipulation remains unproven, and the circumstances surrounding the invocation of the Antoa deity require further confirmation.

This report will be updated as more verified information becomes available.