A market woman has sparked a heated debate after admitting that she evicts tenants from her house based on their political affiliation. According
A market woman has sparked a heated debate after admitting that she evicts tenants from her house based on their political affiliation.
According to her, anyone not a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will be evicted, regardless of their ability to pay rent or maintain the property.
In a video shared on X, the market woman revealed her approach to selecting tenants.
She claimed that after renting out her house, she studies her tenants for a period. If she discovers that they are not supporters of the NPP, she takes steps to remove them from her property.
According to her, she believes it is within her right as a landlord to decide who lives on her property, and she prefers to rent to people who share her political views.
“If you rent my house, I study you for a while, and if I realise you are not an NPP member, I evict you,” she boldly stated.
This revelation has raised concerns about discrimination and the violation of tenants’ rights.
Many have condemned the practice, calling it unfair and a dangerous precedent that could further polarise communities.
However, public reaction to the woman’s statements has been mixed. Some criticised her actions as being discriminatory and harmful.
Social media platforms have been flooded with comments condemning the woman, with many urging authorities to take action against her.
Others said the market woman’s actions could therefore be seen as infringing on the constitutional rights of her tenants.
The Rent Control Act of Ghana prohibits landlords from evicting tenants without a valid reason, and political affiliation is not recognised as a legitimate cause for eviction.
Furthermore, the Constitution of Ghana guarantees freedom of association, including the right to belong to any political party.