Police have apprehended an individual for allegedly tearing down a candidate’s posters at a polling station in Akwatia.
A prompt intervention prevented any further disruption. Officials has again cautioned that attempts to interfere with the process will be seriously dealt with.
This by-election follows the death of Ernest Kumi, who previously represented the constituency in Parliament. His passing created a vacancy that has now drawn widespread attention.
Over 50,000 registered voters are expected to cast their ballots in the highly competitive race between Bernard Bediako Baidoo of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and Solomon Kwame Asumadu of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
In recent weeks, both political parties mounted vigorous campaigns, with national leaders and senior executives storming Akwatia to galvanize supporters. The stakes remain high as each side seeks to secure a decisive win.
To guarantee safety, the Ghana Police Service has deployed more than 5,500 officers across the constituency. Meanwhile, the Electoral Commission has pledged to ensure a transparent, credible, and orderly process.
Authorities have also called on residents to vote peacefully and abide by electoral guidelines to uphold the integrity of the exercise.
