Baba Jamal’s recall not targeted, decision based on allegations – Kwakye Ofosu

Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has dismissed claims that the recall of Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, was a targeted action, insisting the decision was taken in response to allegations and not a declaration of guilt.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Mr. Kwakye Ofosu said the government acted on the information available at the time and in line with its commitment to transparency and accountability.

“If investigations indicate that Baba Jamal was not involved in any bribery, he will be cleared, the decision will be reversed, and he will walk as a free man,” he stated.

He explained that there is no law preventing a High Commissioner from contesting in internal party primaries, adding that such an appointment only becomes untenable if the individual wins a parliamentary seat.

According to the Minister, the recall was meant to send a clear signal that allegations of vote buying will not be tolerated, while allowing due process to take its course.

“The fair thing is to comply with the demands of natural justice and give him a hearing. That is why the party and the Office of the Special Prosecutor are looking into the matter,” he said.

President John Dramani Mahama, on February 7, 2026, ordered the immediate recall of Mr. Baba Jamal following allegations of voter inducement during the NDC parliamentary primaries in the Ayawaso East Constituency, which he won.

A statement from the Presidency Communications Unit noted that although allegations were made against multiple candidates, Mr. Baba Jamal’s case was unique because he was the only serving public officer who participated in the primary.

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