MP Afenyo-Markin opens up on allegations of voter interference in Effutu

Minority Leader of Parliament and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo Markin, has denied claims that he was present near a polling station to influence voters during the ongoing party flagbearer contest.

In a statement, the lawmaker described the allegations as “entirely false” and said they were a deliberate attempt by political opponents to misrepresent the facts.

Mr Afenyo Markin said he has strictly complied with all guidelines set by the Electoral Commission and party leadership throughout the electoral process.

Addressing alleged orchestration

The Minority Leader said the claims form part of a broader effort to damage his reputation.

“This spurious allegation is merely the latest in a series of plots orchestrated by my adversaries,” he said.

He referred to an earlier incident involving a video circulated this month which he said was manipulated to suggest that he failed to applaud a particular candidate during the signing of a peace pact at the Alisa Hotel on January 22, 2026.

Mr Afenyo Markin stressed that he deliberately stayed away from the polling perimeter to protect the integrity of the vote.

“At no time have I been anywhere near the voting area as claimed, nor have I engaged in any conduct that could be construed, even remotely, as undue influence,” he stated.

He explained that his presence in the constituency was only to cast his vote and carry out lawful oversight, adding that all his actions were in full compliance with the rules governing party members and public officials…CONTINUE MORE READING>>>