At least seven people have reportedly been injured following a clash between supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Kpandai Constituency in the Northern Region.
According to information sighted by Kasatintin News on MyJoyonline.com, the incident occurred at Kumude after both parties held separate rallies for their parliamentary candidates.
‘The NDC held a rally at the incumbent MP, Matthew Nyindam’s hometown at Kumude whiles the NPP also held its rally at the NDC candidate’s hometown at Katejire to round off their campaigns’, the report said.
One account said the NPP supporters upon reaching the incumbent MP’s hometown started pelting stones at the NDC supporters.
The NPP also accused the NDC supporters of throwing stones at their vehicle when they arrived in the town.
Information further said ‘the police in Kpandai called for re-enforcement from Bimbila to bring the situation under control’.
Those injured are receiving treatment at the hospital.
In the next 24 hours, Ghanaians will go to the polls to elect a new president and members of parliament.
The flagbearers of the major political parties, NDC and NPP as well as other presidential candidates have signed a peace pact to ensure the 2020 elections remains peaceful.
