Politics of Saturday, 7 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed, has emerged winner of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primary in the Ayawaso East Constituency. According to final provisional results, Baba Jamal secured 431 votes to defeat his closest contender, Hajia Amina Adam, who polled 399 votes. Mohammed Ramne obtained 88 votes, and and Dr Yakubu Azimdow garnered 45 votes, while Najib Sani received one vote. Ayawaso East NDC Primary:Baba Jamal defends distribution of TV sets, food itemsThe primary, which attracted more than 1,100 accredited delegates from across the constituency, was held amid reports of alleged inducement and vote-buying. Following his victory, Baba Jamal is expected to lead the NDC into the March 3 parliamentary by-election as the party seeks to retain the Ayawaso East seat.

Source: GhanaWeb February 07, 2026 18:15 UTC