The people of Ejisu in the Ashanti region have taken to the polls today to elect a new Member of Parliament in a by-election. This follows the vacancy left by the passing of the former MP, Dr. John Kumah, on March 7, 2024.
Six candidates, including three independent candidates, are contesting for the vacant seat. The candidates include Esther Osei (CPP), Kwabena Boateng (NPP), Beatrice Boakye (LPG), Kwabena Owusu Aduomi (Independent), Gabriel Agyemang Joseph (Independent), and Attakorah Joseph (Independent).
The main contenders in the race are believed to be the New Patriotic Party’s Kwabena Boateng and former MP Kwabena Owusu Aduomi, running as an Independent Candidate.
Campaigns ended on Monday, and the Electoral Commission has assured the public of its readiness to conduct the by-election, with all necessary electoral materials dispatched.
Ahead of the election, NPP’s National Organiser, Henry Nana Boakye, expressed confidence in the party’s victory, predicting a clear win by a significant margin. However, Mr. Aduomi is equally confident in his chances, citing his past work for the constituency as a key factor in securing victory.
Stay tuned for live updates as voting progresses in the Ejisu by-election.
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