In a video circulating on social media, a group of young individuals from Ejisu can be heard singing a troubling tune: “this is our hand, if you don’t give it to us, we won’t vote,” followed by chants of “GH₵150.”
The alarming footage suggests a blatant attempt to exchange votes for cash, raising concerns about the integrity of the electoral process in the area.
The blatant solicitation for payment in exchange for votes underscores the prevalence of vote-buying practices, which undermine the principles of free and fair elections.
Such actions not only compromise the democratic process but also perpetuate a cycle of corruption and disenfranchisement within the community.
See video and netizens reactions:
Ejisu by-election: Young voters offer their votes for sale at GHC150#ElectionCommandCentre #3NewsGH pic.twitter.com/2UOD4s2VKx
— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) April 30, 2024
