In a proactive move to ensure transparency and fairness in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primary, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, a contender for the party's flagbearer position, has established an Anti-Election Rigging Response Squad.

This initiative comes amid growing concerns about potential manipulation of the electoral process, with Mr Agyapong's campaign team alleging that there are plans to favour a specific candidate.

The campaign team has voiced its alarm over potential irregularities, citing warnings from various prophets who have predicted that Mr Agyapong would emerge victorious if the elections are conducted fairly.

“Some prophets have indicated to us that if the election is conducted in a free and fair manner, Ken Ohene Agyapong will emerge the winner, but they caution us to put in place strict measures to stop any rigging,” a spokesperson for the campaign stated.

Joojo Rocky Obeng, the Director of Elections for the Kennedy Agyapong Campaign Team, elaborated on the Anti-Rigging Response Team's mandate, explaining that it will operate across all 276 constituencies in Ghana.

The squad's primary objective is to safeguard the integrity of the voting process for Mr Agyapong.

“Our leader, Hon. Ken Ohene Agyapong, sent a strong signal to all stakeholders that no one should attempt rigging this election. We have set up this Response Team to enforce his command and desire for a free and fair election. So this is to ensure that nobody rigs the elections—we mean nobody,” Obeng asserted.

This initiative underscores Agyapong's commitment to ensuring that the electoral process remains untainted.

He added, “If this election is free and fair, Kennedy Agyapong will win, we know that, but to protect the integrity of the polls, we need to ensure that the right things are done.”

The NPP delegates are scheduled to cast their votes on January 31, 2026, to select a flagbearer who will lead the party into the 2028 general elections.

With a competitive field of candidates, the stakes are high. Currently, five candidates are vying for the party's nomination:

• Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia: Former Vice President and 2024 Presidential Candidate.
• Kennedy Ohene Agyapong: Former Assin Central MP and the subject of this report.
• Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum: Former Education Minister.
• Dr. Bryan Acheampong: Former Agric Minister.
• Kwabena Agyapong: Former General Secretary of the NPP.

As the primaries approach, the candidates are ramping up their campaigns, seeking to secure the support of party delegates.

Each candidate brings a unique platform and vision for the future of the NPP and Ghana, making for a dynamic and competitive election environment.

The establishment of the Anti-Rigging Response Squad is seen as a strategic manoeuvre by Mr Agyapong's campaign to not only rally support but also instil confidence among voters regarding the electoral process.