Patrick Yaw Boamah, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, has responded to his recent electoral victory by claiming the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) underestimated his political influence as per reports from MyNewsGH.
In what was seen as one of the most competitive parliamentary contests in the Greater Accra Region during the 2024 general elections, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) legislator triumphed over Baba Sadiq, a high-profile entertainment entrepreneur fielded by the NDC.
According to Boamah, the NDC misjudged his strength, assuming that bringing in a popular figure like Sadiq would be enough to turn the tide in their favour.
“The NDC thought I was a pushover,” he remarked in an interview, emphasizing that his longstanding relationship with the constituents and consistent track record were key to his success.
Baba Sadiq generated excitement with a vibrant, youth-driven campaign and a strong social media presence.
Political observers regarded his candidacy as a serious challenge to Boamah’s hold on the seat.
Despite the enthusiasm surrounding Sadiq’s campaign, Boamah’s emphasis on continuity and local development efforts appeared to resonate more deeply with voters.
Having represented the constituency since 2012, he leveraged his experience and grassroots engagement to secure another term.
Boamah’s win, which was his fourth consecutive term in Parliament, reinforced the NPP’s presence in Okaikwei Central and demonstrated the limits of star power in Ghanaian politics when not paired with strong community ties.