NDC Raises Alarm Over Alleged Candidate Substitution In INEC List

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has accused the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of replacing some of its candidates with names the party says were never submitted or recognised by its leadership.

The allegation comes amid growing concerns over the names published by INEC ahead of the 2027 general elections, with the party calling for an urgent review of the disputed entries.

The NDC said some of the names appearing on the electoral commission’s list were unfamiliar to the party and did not reflect the candidates who emerged through its internal processes.

According to the party, the development has created confusion among its members and supporters, particularly those who participated in the nomination and screening processes for the affected positions.

The party is demanding clarification from INEC on how the disputed names found their way into the commission’s records and is urging the electoral body to correct any discrepancies identified.

The NDC maintained that political parties have established procedures for selecting and submitting candidates for elections, arguing that the names ultimately published by INEC should correspond with the duly nominated candidates forwarded by the party.

The party’s complaint has further added to the political tension surrounding preparations for the 2027 elections, as political parties continue to scrutinise INEC’s published information and raise concerns over candidate lists.

The NDC said it would not accept any development that could disenfranchise candidates who legitimately secured their party’s tickets or create uncertainty among voters ahead of the election.

It urged INEC to investigate the allegations and ensure that the final candidate records accurately reflect the outcome of the party’s nomination processes.

The controversy also highlights the importance of accuracy in the publication of candidate particulars, particularly as parties and aspirants rely on INEC’s records to confirm who is officially recognised to contest various elective positions.

The NDC said it remains committed to pursuing every legitimate avenue available to protect the interests of its candidates and ensure that the electoral process is transparent and credible.

The party’s allegations are yet to be established by INEC, and the electoral commission is expected to respond to the claims and clarify the status of the disputed candidates.

As preparations for the 2027 general elections continue, the dispute is likely to attract further attention as political parties, candidates and INEC work to resolve outstanding issues surrounding the official list of contestants.

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