I’ve taken GH¢1,000 and a brand-new phone from Chairman Eric, but I didn’t vote for him — Delegate

According to report by Dailyviewgh on Sunday 25, October 2026, a delegate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) at the Adansi Fomena constituency executive elections has reportedly claimed that he received GH¢1,000 and a brand-new mobile phone from a candidate identified as Chairman Eric but did not vote for him.

The claim, which has attracted attention because of its implications for internal party elections, raises questions about the influence of gifts and financial inducements in the selection of party executives.

According to the delegate’s alleged statement, he accepted the money and mobile phone but ultimately chose not to support Chairman Eric at the polls. His claim suggests that receiving gifts from a candidate does not necessarily guarantee that a delegate will cast a ballot in that candidate’s favour.

The development has also brought renewed attention to the relationship between candidates and delegates during constituency-level elections. Such contests are important to political parties because they determine the individuals who will oversee grassroots mobilisation, coordinate party activities and help strengthen the party’s organisational structures ahead of future elections.

Although candidates may seek to win the confidence of delegates through personal engagement and other forms of support, allegations involving money and gifts can raise concerns about transparency, fairness and the integrity of the electoral process.

However, the delegate’s account remains a claim and would require independent verification. Further details, including the identity of the delegate, the circumstances surrounding the alleged exchange and any response from Chairman Eric, would be necessary to establish the full facts of the matter.

The incident, as described, is likely to fuel discussions among party supporters about the conduct of internal elections and the importance of allowing delegates to make independent choices when selecting their preferred leaders.

As the NDC continues to organise its constituency-level elections, attention remains on the processes used to select party executives and the need to ensure that such contests are conducted transparently and in accordance with the party’s established rules.

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