The recent passing of the Member of Parliament for Ejisu, John Kumah has ignited a flurry of political activity in the constituency.
Nine members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) are gearing up to compete for the now-vacant seat, creating a vibrant electoral atmosphere.
According to a report from 3news.com, the race includes several prominent contenders.
Notably, Kwesi Nyantakyi, former President of the Ghana Football Association, made his intentions clear during the ruling party’s campaign launch in the Ashanti Region.
Also in the running is Abena Pokuaa Boaitey, known as ‘Ejisu Bronii,’ making her fifth bid to secure the constituency’s mandate.
She serves as the CEO of Golden Beach Hotels Group.
Joining the competition is Lawyer Portia Acheampong Abronye, the wife of the NPP’s Bono Region Chairman.
Additionally, Helena Mensah, the current Presiding Member of the Ejisu Municipal Assembly, has entered the race, alongside former Presiding Member Michael Owusu.
Further intensifying the contest, Kofi Agyapong, the current Constituency Chairman of the Ejisu Municipal Assembly, is also vying for the seat. Kwabena Boateng, an executive member of the assembly, has thrown his hat into the ring as well.
Rounding out the list of contenders is Dr. Evans Duah, a lecturer at the Akenten Appiah Menkah University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), signaling a diverse and competitive field of candidates seeking to fill the void left by John Kumah’s untimely demise.