Here is the photo of the trending NPP rice for vote in Cape Coast North

The Member of Parliament for Cape Coast North, Horace Ekow Ewusi, has sparked controversy after a photo surfaced showing a customized bag of rice bearing his image positioned on a ballot paper, to encourage voters to cast their ballots in his favor. The incident has generated widespread criticism, with many questioning the ethics of such campaign tactics and whether it violate electoral norms.

In the photo, which has been widely shared on social media, the bag of rice is prominently displayed with the face of the MP printed on it. The rice bag is positioned near the ballot paper, with the implication that voters should associate it with their choice on election day. The image has quickly gone viral, with netizens expressing both amusement and disapproval.

While some have found humor in the unconventional campaign method, others have raised concerns about its ethical and legal implications. Critics argue that the use of food items, particularly staple goods like rice, to influence voters could be seen as a form of vote-buying or manipulation.