The campaign communication van of Sammi Awuku

The campaign communication van of Sammi Awuku, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Akuapem North, was set ablaze in Mamfe Akuapem, Eastern Region, on Friday, November 22, 2024 ¹. The van was destroyed, including the sound system and other equipment used for campaign activities.

It's reported that the van was accompanying First Lady Rebecca Akufo-Addo, who was campaigning in the area dominated by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) . This incident raises concerns about the safety and security of campaign materials and personnel.

The incident has sparked concerns about the escalating tensions and potential violence in the run-up to the elections. The Akuapem North constituency is considered a key battleground, and the destruction of the campaign van may be seen as an attempt to disrupt the NPP's campaign efforts.