Ablekuma West MP Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, who is also the Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, has firmly dismissed claims that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is plotting to rig the 2024 elections, countering allegations made by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC). The MP emphasized that the NPP’s solid performance and numerous achievements across economic sectors will secure their win without any need for election manipulation.

In addressing constituents at a free breast screening exercise organized by Rainbow Radio on October 25, Owusu-Ekuful encouraged Ghanaians to judge the parties on their records rather than divisive accusations. According to the MP, the NDC’s claims reflect insecurity over their electoral chances rather than credible concerns about the election process.

“The NDC has realised that they will lose the elections, so they are making false claims to incite their supporters.” They are also attempting to persuade people to discredit the overall outcome of the results. The NPP has made significant gains. We have done a lot for Ghanaians. We have a superior track record, which will persuade people to vote for us in large numbers. We do not require an election rigging plot to win the elections. We are doing our best, and we are confident that God will reward our efforts and make Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia President of the Republic.

We will also secure the majority of the seats in parliament. This is the reason why the NDC is afraid and going around the country alleging that we want to rig the elections. We don’t rig elections like the NDC does. We are promoters of free, transparent, and credible elections. We are not like the NDC that engages in such activities. We will go into the elections and win on our records and sound policies. We will encourage them to desist from any acts of violence because we will not give them that chance. We will match them squarely. We will not be intimidated or discouraged. Ghanaians will turn out in the numbers and vote massively for Number 11 and all our parliamentary candidates. The elections will not be about lawlessness, insults, and intimidation. It would be about a solid track record.’’ she said.

Owusu-Ekuful concluded with a word of caution about former President John Mahama, asserting that his potential return to power would undo the NPP’s progress. She urged Ghanaians to consider the NPP’s track record in sectors such as education, infrastructure, and digitalisation, which she believes exemplifies a forward-thinking approach necessary for Ghana’s development.