NDC big guns take death vows which affects first children

A video circulating on social media has sparked controversy as it reveals members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) taking an oath of loyalty to the party using a sword.
The footage captures former Director of Elections for the NDC, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, and several others, swearing allegiance to the party and its agenda, accompanied by a solemn pledge that involves invoking death and loss of their firstborn children if they betray the party.
In the video, NDC officials, including Ankrah, stand barefooted on the NDC flag, holding the sword upright.
They declare, “By this sword, I vow that if I compromise and sell my party out for money for this coming election, may I die, and my firstborn also die in my place, so help me God. Amen.”
The oath-taking ceremony has raised concerns among viewers regarding the severity of the commitment and the involvement of the party members’ children in such a pledge.
Critics question the ethical and legal aspects of the oath, expressing uncertainty about its impact on the 2024 elections.
While some view it as a demonstration of the NDC’s determination to prevent betrayal within its ranks, others find it extreme and potentially harmful, especially involving family members who may not have a say in the matter.
The NDC, Ghana’s largest opposition party, is gearing up for the 2024 general elections, with former President John Mahama as its flagbearer.
The party has been vocal in its criticism of the incumbent New Patriotic Party (NPP), accusing it of failing to deliver on promises and vowing to oust it from power.
As the video continues to circulate online, discussions on its legality, morality, and potential consequences for the upcoming elections are gaining traction among Ghanaians.
It remains to be seen how this controversial oath will impact the political landscape in the lead-up to the 2024 elections.