Speaking on TV3’s Ghana Tonight on January 27, 2026, the NDC Deputy Director of Elections, Rashid Tanko Computer, confirmed that the FEC received the request but maintained its established rules. Why the wife of late Ayawaso East MP requested virtual vettingHe said representatives of Hajia Amina had raised concerns, explaining that the late MP’s wife is in mourning and would prefer her vetting to be conducted online. “Indeed, the party leadership received a request from the camp of Hajia Amina this afternoon (Tuesday) requesting a virtual vetting. So, it is only that one that we give that kind of reverence to, but all candidates in the country are denied such privilege of going through virtual vetting. Tanko further explained that granting Hajia Amina’s request could set an undesirable precedent for future aspirants.

Source: GhanaWeb January 29, 2026 01:12 UTC