CLOSSAG Elections in Dambai: Tension Mounts Over Candidate Disqualifications

The CLOSSAG Elections in Dambai have been overshadowed by growing tension following allegations that several aspiring candidates were disqualified without being given clear reasons during the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOSSAG) elections in the Oti Regional capital on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

The reported disqualifications have triggered dissatisfaction among some delegates and members, who say the development has cast doubt over the transparency and fairness of the electoral process.

According to information gathered from participants at the election venue, several individuals seeking various positions were informed they could not contest. However, those affected reportedly received no detailed explanation for their disqualification, prompting complaints and calls for accountability from election officials.

The situation became even more contentious after observers noted that the vetting of candidates was taking place simultaneously with the election process. Some members described the arrangement as highly unusual, arguing that all vetting procedures should have been concluded before voting commenced.

They contend that conducting vetting while delegates were casting their ballots created uncertainty and raised questions about the credibility and integrity of the election.

Several affected members have therefore appealed to the CLOSSAG Electoral Committee and the leadership of the association to provide a comprehensive explanation for the reported disqualifications. They are also urging officials to ensure that the election is conducted in a transparent, fair, and credible manner that reflects the democratic values of the association.

Some participants warned that failure to address the concerns could undermine members’ confidence in the outcome of the elections and potentially fuel further disputes after the declaration of results.

Despite the growing concerns, the election process was still underway at the time this report was filed.

CLOSSAG officials had not issued a statement responding to allegations of unexplained candidate disqualifications or concerns about the conduct of the elections.

As members await an official response, many are hopinghopeiation’s leadership will address the issues raised to preserve confidence in the electoral process and maintain unity within the organizatiorganisationort is based on concerns raised by participants at the election venue.

The allegations regarding candidate disqualifications and the conduct of the election had not been independently verified at the time of publication, and CLOSSAG officials had not responded to the claims.