By The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced that the by-election in Ejisu will be held on Tuesday, April 30. This election follows the passing of New Patriotic Party Member of Parliament, John Kumah.
John Kumah, who also served as Deputy Finance Minister, passed away on Thursday, March 7, at the age of 45, after battling illness. He is survived by his wife and six children.
The vetting committee of the NPP has approved nine candidates to contest in a primary to elect a candidate on Saturday, April 6. As of now, the opposition National Democratic Congress has not expressed interest in the by-election.
NPP opened nominations on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, and all nine candidates submitted their applications by the closing date on Thursday, April 4.
Below are the NPP aspirants and their balloting positions:
- Kwabena Boateng
- Dr. Evans Duah
- Klinsman Karikari Mensah
- Helena Mensah
- Jacqueline Abena Pokua Amoah-Boaitey
- Portia Baffoe Abronye
- Kwesi Nyantakyi
- Aaron Prince Duah
- Yaa Akyawmaa Aboagye
Speaking to the media, Evans Nimako, the Director of Elections of the New Patriotic Party, disclosed that all nine aspirants were cleared to contest, ensuring ample opportunities for party members interested in the race to participate.
“The Committee has recommended that all of them be allowed to participate in this contest. Also, we’ve conducted the ballot. We’ve informed them that the National Executives of the party will meet them on Tuesday,” Mr Nimako said.
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