Solomon Kwame Asumadu, New Patriotic Party parliamentary candidate for Akwatia, has reinforced his self-declared role as the constituency’s “Joshua” while forcefully rejecting claims about his education.
Addressing supporters during an August 17 unity walk, Asumadu invoked biblical parallels to position himself as successor to late MP Ernest Kumi.
“Just as Moses couldn’t reach the Promised Land and Joshua completed the journey, I’ve been chosen to fulfill Ernest Kumi’s vision for Akwatia,” he stated, pledging development beyond reliance on parliamentary funds. “I’m an action man focused on prosperity and youth progress.”
The candidate directly confronted rumors about his qualifications: “Those claiming I’m uneducated don’t know the truth. I studied human resource management at tertiary level.” He challenged detractors questioning his public speaking, asserting, “People saying this should be ashamed—it’s false.”
Asumadu’s dual messaging—spiritual symbolism and personal defense—comes weeks before the September 2 by-election. Will voters embrace his “promised land” vision or scrutinize his credentials more closely?