Election Tension in Ablekuma West: Voters Reject Food from Ursula Owusu-Ekuful

A controversial scene unfolded at a voting station in Ablekuma West on December 7, 2024, when voters rejected food that was allegedly provided by the Member of Parliament (MP) for the constituency, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful.

The incident, which has quickly gone viral, saw a pick-up truck filled with food packs arriving at the polling center, only to be met with strong disapproval from the voters.

In a video captured during the incident, the truck carrying the food was seen surrounded by a group of angry voters who refused the offer.

The crowd can be heard shouting at the driver to leave the premises, with many vocalizing their displeasure.

The food, which was intended to be shared with the voters, was allegedly sent by Ursula Owusu-Ekuful herself to her party officials stationed at the location.

However, the gesture was met with suspicion and accusations of an attempt to sway voters.

Many people present at the scene saw the distribution of food as an effort to influence the outcome of the election, leading to an uproar.

The truck was forced to leave the polling station, marking a moment of tension during an already high-stakes election.

The incident has sparked a wave of criticism on social media, with some users accusing the Minister for Communications and Digitalization of violating Ghana’s electoral laws, which prohibit the distribution of gifts to voters on election day.

This incident raises concerns about the fairness of the election and the integrity of the democratic process.

Despite the controversy, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful’s office has not yet commented on the allegations.

As the election continues, many are left questioning whether such actions could have an impact on the public’s trust in the electoral process.