Baba Jamal files to contest to Ayawaso East seat
27th January 2026
Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Jamal, has explained that his decision to leave his diplomatic post and seek the Ayawaso East parliamentary seat is inspired by a deep sense of duty to his people rather than personal ambition or material benefit.
Speaking to journalists after submitting his nomination forms at the Greater Accra Regional Office of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the former Deputy Minister and ex-Member of Parliament confirmed that his documents had been successfully received and approved by the party.
“I have officially presented my documents to the regional office. They have gone through them, accepted everything, and handed my copy back to me,” he said.
Mr Jamal revealed that all aspirants who picked nomination forms would be vetted the following day and thanked the media for their interest in the internal party process.
Having served Ghana in Nigeria as High Commissioner, he said the decision to return home was guided by a calling to serve directly at the community and national level.
“My motivation is not materialistic. My motivation is humanism and service to people. I am motivated to come down and serve my people,” he stressed.
While acknowledging the honour of representing Ghana abroad, Baba Jamal noted that he believes his presence is now more urgently required in Ayawaso East and within the country’s political landscape.
“Even though I am serving the nation outside, I believe there is a greater task for me to serve my people here. My presence will be more useful to my people and to the nation,” he explained.
He added that leadership often demands difficult decisions in response to the needs of the people.
“When duty calls, where you are needed most, you must respond. I am responding to the calls from my people to come down and serve them,” he said.
Baba Jamal assured residents of Ayawaso East of his commitment to integrity, hard work, and selfless leadership if given the mandate.
“Inshallah, I will continue to serve my people with all my heart and with all my strength,” he added.