- Independent candidate Umar Sanda has dismissed threats of a permanent ban from the NDC, insisting he will contest the Ayawaso East by-election.
- Sanda argues that his 20-year service to the party does not stop him from representing his community’s interests outside the party structure.
- NDC Chairman Asiedu Nketia has warned that Sanda will never be reinstated if he continues with his bid against the party’s chosen candidate.
Mohammed Umar Sanda, an independent candidate in the upcoming Ayawaso East by-election, has declared that he is unperturbed by threats of a permanent ban from the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
His comments come in direct response to warnings from the National Chairman of the NDC, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, who urged Sanda to rescind his decision to contest as an independent candidate or face expulsion from the party.
Speaking in an interview with Accra FM, Mr. Sanda expressed strong optimism about his chances in the March 3, 2026, election, stating that his primary motivation is the desire of his community to have him represent them.
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“Nothing is stopping me; I am winning. I am not bothered about the threats. I served with Totobi Kwakye and others who are no longer active in the party, so what is the problem?” he queried.
Mr. Sanda, who has reportedly dedicated 20 years of service to the NDC in Nima, noted that his political future remains open regardless of the party’s disciplinary actions. He maintained that after the polls, he could choose to continue with politics or pursue other interests.
It will be recalled that Chairman Asiedu Nketia recently issued a stern warning to the candidate, emphasizing that no amount of apology would be sufficient to reinstate him as a member of the party should he proceed with his independent bid.
The Ayawaso East by-election has become a focal point of political tension within the NDC, as the party seeks to maintain its hold on the constituency while dealing with internal friction.
Indications are that Mr. Sanda’s refusal to step down could split the pro-NDC vote in the area, potentially complicating the party’s path to victory in the Tuesday polls.
