Following the recent passing of Member of Parliament for Ejisu, John Kumah, on 7th March 2024, the constituency is gearing up for a by-election later this year. Apexnewsgh reports
Many names have surfaced as potential candidates for the vacant seat, with former President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kwesi Nyantakyi, emerging as a strong contender.
In light of the grieving process within the constituency after the loss of the late Deputy Finance Minister, Nyantakyi has expressed his interest in contesting the by-election. Speaking at the launch of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Ashanti Regional Campaign team in Kumasi, Nyantakyi subtly hinted at his intentions to participate in the upcoming election, once the official timetable is announced.
“The Ejisu by-election will definitely come on, but the timetable has not been published yet so we don’t know those who want to contest. Since I come from there and I have the right to contest, at the right time, we’ll see what will happen,” Nyantakyi stated.
However, Nyantakyi also emphasized the need for unity within the party and urged members to support the flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, in the selection of a running mate. “I think it is a prerogative of the flagbearer to select the running mate, so let’s leave it to him. At the right time, he’ll do that.”
As the constituency prepares for the upcoming by-election, the emergence of Nyantakyi as a potential candidate adds an interesting dynamic to the political landscape in Ejisu.
With his background in sports administration and extensive network in the region, Nyantakyi could prove to be a formidable candidate in the race for the parliamentary seat.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana
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