Isham Alhassan Arrives At The Baba Yara Stadium For The NDC Ashanti Regional Chairmanship Elections

Isham Alhassan, one of the leading contenders in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Ashanti Regional Chairmanship election, has attracted attention following an unusual entrance at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium ahead of the party’s regional elections.

According to a report by Citi FM on Saturday, November 14, 2026, Alhassan was seen sprinkling rice on the ground as he arrived at the stadium, creating a scene that stood out among the activities surrounding the electoral exercise.

His arrival drew interest from party members, supporters and delegates who had gathered at the venue to participate in the election and witness the selection of the party’s next regional leadership.

The rice-sprinkling gesture added an unexpected moment to the proceedings, particularly as other aspirants and their supporters were also making their presence felt at the stadium.

Although the reason behind the gesture was not explained in the report, it quickly became one of the notable developments surrounding Alhassan’s appearance.

As a prominent contender in the chairmanship race, Alhassan is seeking the support of delegates to secure the position and lead the NDC’s regional organisation.

The Baba Yara Sports Stadium has become the centre of the party’s electoral activities, bringing together aspirants and delegates from different parts of the Ashanti Region.

The regional chairmanship is an important position within the NDC’s organisational structure. The person elected will be responsible for coordinating party activities, strengthening grassroots mobilisation and overseeing the party’s affairs across the region.

For Alhassan and the other contestants, the election presents an opportunity to demonstrate their commitment and gain the confidence of delegates.

His unusual entrance has added another memorable scene to the contest, as attention remains on the electoral process and the eventual announcement of the results.