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Gun shots nearly marred limited Voter’s registration at the EC’s office in Sagnarigu

Gun shots nearly marred the ongoing limited Voter’s registration exercise at the EC’s office in the Sagnarigu Municipality in the early hours of Sunday, 26th May 2024, around 8:00am.

Reports gathered at the scene accused the NDC in the Sagnarigu constituency for triggering the skirmishes at the registration center as some party’s thugs fired gunshots into the air in protest of registration of non-residents onto the Voter’s register of EC in the Sagnarigu.

This follows alleged busing of non residents, mainly SHS students conveyed in a vehicle to register their details onto the Voter’s register under the influence of Parliamentary Candidate of the NPP in the Sagnarigu constituency, Hon. Felicia Tetteh.

Chaos and anarchy ensued between supporters of the both NDC and NPP, resulting to destruction of plastic chairs which were broken into pieces as a result of the confusion.

Following the incident, party stalwarts belonging to both political divide stormed the scene to placate matters and calmed nerves of the raged parties’ supporters whose action might have escalated the already flared tempers.

Registration process which was not effective therein has started following the intervention of leaders of the political parties in the Northern region.

Meanwhile, leadership of NPP and NDC together with Sagnarigu EC Municipal Director and Municipal Police Command were locked up in marathon meeting at police headquarters to thrash out concerns relative to the violent incident.

The Parties Leaders at the meeting were NPP 1st Vice Chairman, Alhaj Sunday and Tamale North NPP Constituency Chairman, Chairman ‘Short’. While the NDC side had the former Northern Regional Secretary, Lawyer Ahmed Abdul Rauf and the regional organizer, Alhaj Baba Zee at meeting.

Even though both parties refused to speak to the media after the meeting, but one could deduced that they reached a middle ground on the issues at stake given their demeanors.

As at the time of filing this report, calm was restored, registration process was smooth and going on successfully at the Sagnarigu EC’s office without any hitches with registrants on the queue ready to register.

Speaking to the media, representatives of the parties expressed satisfaction regarding the exercise so far especially with regards to extension of limited registration exercise to 2 days by EC. They believe it will afford them opportunity to register eligible voters onto the register.

Story by: Inusah Dondaliya

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NPP Annuls Constituency Executive Elections in Three Constituencies, Refers Disputes to Electoral Affairs Committee

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Published: July 15, 2026

Published at: 3:55pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has annulled the purported Constituency Executive Elections conducted in three constituencies, citing violations of party directives, election regulations, and, where applicable, existing court orders.

In a statement dated July 15, 2026, the party announced that the National Steering Committee took the decision after reviewing the conduct of the constituency executive elections held across the country over the weekend.

According to the statement, the annulled elections were held in Bantama, Afigya Sekyere East, and Adansi Asokwa constituencies.

The NPP said the elections in the affected constituencies were conducted in “flagrant disregard” of party directives, the rules and regulations governing the 2026 Constituency Executive Elections, and, in some instances, subsisting court orders.

The party further disclosed that the Ashanti Regional Steering Committee has been summoned to appear before the National Steering Committee on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, to explain the circumstances surrounding the conduct of the elections in the affected constituencies.

Additionally, the National Steering Committee has referred election-related issues in Asante Akyem Central, together with all other unresolved constituency election disputes, to the Electoral Affairs Committee of the National Council for advice and recommendations.

The NPP reiterated its commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring strict compliance with its constitution and regulations while preserving the integrity, credibility, and transparency of its internal democratic processes.

The statement was jointly signed by the party’s Acting National Chairman, Danquah Smith Buttey, and General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong.

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NDC Northern Regional Elections Directorate Takes Over Tamale Central Branch Elections

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Published July 15, 2026

Published at: 3:27Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

The Northern Regional Elections Directorate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that it has assumed full responsibility for all activities relating to the party’s branch elections in the Tamale Central Constituency with immediate effect.

In an official notice issued on Tuesday, the Directorate said the decision would remain in force until further notice, indicating that it will oversee and manage all aspects of the branch election process in the constituency.

The statement directed all party members, stakeholders, and interested persons to channel all communications, inquiries, and issues concerning the Tamale Central branch elections through the Northern Regional Elections Directorate.

While the notice did not state the reasons behind the decision, the Regional Elections Directorate appealed to members for their cooperation and understanding as it carries out its mandate.

The notice was signed by Dr. Arnold Mashud Abukari, the Northern Regional Director of Elections and IT of the NDC.

The latest development places the administration of the Tamale Central branch elections directly under the supervision of the regional leadership, pending further directives.

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Ghana Drawn with Nigeria, Togo and Burkina Faso for WAFU B U-20 Championship

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Published: July 15, 2026

Published at: 2:15Pm

Story by Saibu Terry

Ghana’s Black Satellites have been drawn in a challenging Group B alongside regional rivals Nigeria, Togo and Burkina Faso for the 2026 WAFU B U-20 Championship, the qualifying tournament for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

The draw was conducted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, at the headquarters of the West African Football Union (WAFU) Zone B in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.

The Black Satellites will renew their fierce rivalry with Nigeria in what is expected to be one of the standout fixtures of the competition. Togo and Burkina Faso complete a highly competitive group, setting the stage for a demanding qualification campaign for the four-time African champions.

Group A consists of hosts Côte d’Ivoire, Benin and Niger, with the three nations also competing for a place at the continental championship.

The WAFU B U-20 Championship will feature all seven member associations of the zone and serves as the official qualifying tournament for the 2027 TotalEnergies CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations.

The 2027 CAF U-20 Africa Cup of Nations will be hosted by Ghana, adding extra significance to the Black Satellites’ campaign as they seek to qualify for the continental showpiece on home soil.

WAFU B U-20 Championship Draw

Group A

Côte d’Ivoire
Benin
Niger

Group B

Ghana
Nigeria
Togo
Burkina Faso

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