Security measures have been intensified at polling centers in the Ashanti Region, with 50 to 100 police officers deployed to each center.
Correspondents report that the inner perimeter of voting centers has around 20 officers protecting voters and ballot boxes, while others are stationed at entrances and vantage points.
Voting, which commenced at 7:00 a.m., has seen a strong turnout, with over 100 delegates showing up to cast their ballots.
The Ashanti Region is a key constituency in the NPP’s presidential primaries, with five candidates vying for the party’s flagbearership.
The tight security aims to ensure a peaceful and transparent election process.
Background:
The NPP presidential primaries are being held to elect a candidate to represent the party in the 2028 general elections.
The Ashanti Region is one of the party’s strongholds, and its delegates will play a significant role in shaping the party’s future.
Source: Ghana/otecmfghnana.com/Jacob Agyenim Boateng
