They Came To Court Thinking They Can Use State Power To Over Turn Certain Things

Matthew Nyindam, former Member of Parliament and parliamentary candidate for Kpandai, has expressed strong objections to the recent court ruling ordering a rerun of the constituency’s parliamentary election. Speaking to journalists, Nyindam described the legal challenge brought by his opponent from the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as politically motivated, alleging it was aimed at overturning a legitimate victory through undue influence.

Nyindam asserted that he secured the election with a clear margin of 3,734 votes, describing the win as “a clear victory.” He noted that the results recorded on the 152 pink sheets from all polling stations were acknowledged by all political parties, with each party having copies of the documents confirming his success. Despite this, he argued that his opponent took the matter to court in an attempt to manipulate the outcome using political connections.

While affirming respect for the judiciary, Nyindam said his team “vehemently disagrees” with the ruling mandating a rerun. He pointed out that the 41 polling stations cited in the case were areas where he achieved overwhelming victories, suggesting that the petition was strategically focused on his strongholds. He described the decision as unprecedented in Ghanaian electoral history and said it raises concerns about the integrity and safety of the electoral process.

Nyindam also questioned the presence of the regional minister in the courtroom, hinting at possible political interference. However, he confirmed that his legal team has already filed an appeal and remains confident that the higher court will overturn the ruling. While stating he is prepared to contest a rerun if it proceeds, Nyindam cautioned against attempts to use state power to influence voters, warning that such actions could escalate tensions in the constituency.

The former legislator’s comments underscore the heightened political stakes in Kpandai, highlighting ongoing debates over electoral transparency and the legitimacy of court-ordered reruns.

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