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Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has stepped down from the investigation committee set up by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to probe allegations of inducement and vote buying during the Ayawaso East parliamentary primary.
Mr Ayariga announced his decision in a post on X on Sunday, February 8, 2026, explaining that his withdrawal follows the official position taken by the NDC Majority Caucus in Parliament, which has called for the annulment of the Ayawaso East primary and the disqualification of any candidates found culpable of unethical practices.
According to him, his continued presence on the committee could raise concerns about conflict or compromise, given the firm stance already adopted by the Majority Caucus on the matter.
He added that he has formally notified the party leadership to appoint a replacement to serve on the committee in his stead.
The Ayawaso East NDC parliamentary primary, held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, has been overshadowed by allegations of vote buying, after reports emerged that some delegates allegedly received items including 32-inch television sets and boiled eggs during the voting process.
The controversy triggered widespread public debate and internal concerns within the party, prompting the NDC to establish a three-member investigative committee to examine the allegations and recommend appropriate sanctions and reforms.
The committee is chaired by former Minister of Information, Kofi Totobi Quakyi, with lawyer Emefa Fugah as the remaining member following Ayariga’s exit. It is expected to submit its report to the party’s leadership by February 10, 2026.
The NDC has maintained that the probe forms part of its broader commitment to internal democracy, transparency, and ethical political conduct, as the party seeks to restore public confidence and address inducement-related challenges in its internal elections.
