Ayawaso West Wuogon MP Shares Packs of food to voters in queue – During the special voting exercise for Ghana’s 2024 elections, the Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency became a focal point of controversy. Lydia Alhassan, the incumbent MP representing the New Patriotic Party (NPP), distributed food packs to individuals waiting in voting queues, as well as to election officials and security personnel at the polling station.
Ayawaso West Wuogon MP Shares Packs of food to voters in queue.
The gesture, intended as goodwill, drew sharp criticism from her rival, John Dumelo of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), who accused her of attempting to sway voter opinions. Dumelo described the food distribution as unethical and a potential violation of electoral rules designed to ensure fairness.
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He emphasized the importance of respecting election protocols and called for measures to prevent similar incidents. This act of distributing food is not new to Ghanaian elections but remains contentious, raising questions about its influence on voter behaviour.
The situation in Ayawaso West Wuogon mirrors reports from other constituencies, where both NPP and NDC candidates were allegedly involved in providing meals to polling officials. While many view such actions as gestures of hospitality, others see them as undermining the neutrality of the election process.
Despite these controversies, the overall special voting exercise has been largely successful, with a strong turnout and minimal disruptions. However, the isolated incidents have reignited concerns about maintaining the integrity of Ghana’s elections as the country approaches its main voting day.
