Violence Disrupts NDC Constituency Elections at Odododiodioo as Ballot Counting Is Suspended
Violence reportedly broke out during the National Democratic Congress (NDC) constituency executive elections at Odododiodioo in the Greater Accra Region, disrupting the electoral process and forcing the suspension of ballot sorting and counting.
The incident occurred shortly after voting ended on Saturday, October 24, 2026, as party members gathered at the venue for the counting of ballots to determine the winners of various constituency executive positions.
According to reports, tensions escalated at the polling centre, with a police officer reportedly seen running away with a ballot box during the disturbance. The circumstances surrounding the officer’s actions and the events that led to the confrontation were not immediately established.
The disruption brought the sorting and counting process to a halt, leaving the outcome of the affected elections uncertain while party members and officials sought to address the situation.
The cause of the violence remained unclear in the initial reports. There was also no confirmed information about whether anyone sustained injuries or whether property was damaged during the disturbance.
The NDC constituency elections form part of the party’s internal reorganisation, aimed at selecting grassroots executives who will oversee its activities and structures at the constituency level.
The exercise is considered important to the party’s preparations for future political contests, including the 2028 general elections. Constituency executives play a role in coordinating party activities, mobilising supporters and strengthening the organisation at the local level.
The elections were conducted by Electoral Commission officials, while party election committees were responsible for coordinating and monitoring the process. The Ghana Police Service was also deployed to provide security at voting centres and protect electoral officials and materials.
The reported incident at Odododiodioo raised questions about security and the management of electoral materials during internal party elections, particularly when tensions arise among supporters and contestants.
Following the disruption, attention turned to efforts to restore calm and allow the electoral process to continue. Subsequent reporting indicated that counting resumed after party officials intervened.
The NDC has also stated that it is prepared to investigate allegations of misconduct during its constituency elections if credible evidence is presented to the party’s national executives. Party officials have urged contestants with grievances to use the established internal mechanisms for resolving electoral disputes.
The precise circumstances surrounding the ballot box incident, including the reason the officer was reportedly carrying it away, require further clarification from the relevant authorities.
The incident highlights the importance of maintaining order, protecting electoral materials and ensuring transparency during internal party elections. Such measures are essential to safeguarding confidence in the process and ensuring that disputes are addressed through established procedures.
As the NDC continues its constituency-level elections, the handling of incidents such as the one at Odododiodioo is likely to remain a focus for party members and other stakeholders.
Source: Thepressradio.com
