In a stunning development, Alex Amolbugri Avoka, an Aspiring Parliamentary Candidate (APC) for Binduri Constituency, has been disqualified from participating in the January 27, 2024, Parliamentary Primaries.
The disqualification notice, bearing the signature of Regional Secretary Elvin Alta Awonchai, outlines accusations against Avoka stemming from the vetting process conducted by the National Parliamentary Vetting Committee (NPVC) on January 3, 2034.
The statement indicated that Avoka engaged in the forgery of signatures and thumbprints on his nomination forms, actions that carry legal implications.
Furthermore, he is accused of manipulating his date of birth to exploit a 50% discount on filing fees reserved for aspirants under 40 years of age.
The most severe allegation involves Avoka’s claim to possess a Bachelor of Business Administration (Human Resources) from the Christian Service University College in Kumasi. A subsequent investigation debunked this assertion, revealing that Avoka had never attended the mentioned institution.
The statement assured Avoka of his right to appeal the NPVC’s recommendation, directing him to the Appeals Committee, as dictated by the established rules, regulations, and election guidelines.
The Regional Secretary underscored the party’s unwavering commitment to upholding integrity, stating, “The decision to disqualify Mr. Avoka was made with utmost seriousness, reflecting our dedication to preserving the highest standards of transparency and honesty in our electoral processes.”
This unexpected turn of events injects a dose of uncertainty into Binduri Constituency’s political landscape, as voters and party members grapple with the fallout of a disqualified candidate just weeks before the scheduled primaries.
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