Sammi Awuku links NDC regional executives to World Cup visa scandal

Akuapem North Member of Parliament Sammi Awuku has accused several regional executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) of involvement in a visa scandal related to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The MP alleged that these party officials acted as intermediaries for government appointees, collecting money from individuals seeking to travel abroad for the tournament. These claims suggest a coordinated effort within the ruling party to monetize access to international travel opportunities associated with the global event.

According to Awuku, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has documented approximately 35 distinct scandals involving the NDC administration. He stated that these findings would be systematically unveiled to the public between now and the 2028 general elections. The lawmaker emphasized that the visa intermediary allegations are only the beginning of a series of disclosures intended to highlight governance failures and corruption within the current government.

In addition to the visa claims, Awuku challenged the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, to enhance transparency regarding state expenditures. Specifically, he called for the public release of all invoices and financial records concerning the evacuation of Ghanaian citizens from South Africa. Awuku argued that the minister should uphold the same standards of accountability that he demanded from previous administrations while he was serving in the parliamentary opposition.

The allegations represent a sharpening of political tension as the NPP begins its strategy for the 2028 election cycle. By targeting regional executives and high-ranking ministers, Awuku is attempting to link localized party activities with national government conduct. While the NDC has not yet issued a comprehensive rebuttal to these specific charges, the claims regarding the 2026 World Cup visas are likely to spark further investigation into the administration's travel and protocol arrangements.