Kufuor’s Son, Edward Agyekum Kufuor, Declares Bid For NPP Parliamentary Candidacy

Edward Agyekum Kufuor, son of former President John Agyekum Kufuor, has officially declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primary for the Atwima Nwabiagya North Constituency ahead of the 2028 general elections.

In a declaration shared on his official Facebook page on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, Edward said his decision followed prayerful reflection and consultations. He described Atwima Nwabiagya North as his home, noting that his father previously served as the Member of Parliament for the constituency before becoming President of Ghana.

He, however, stressed that his decision to enter the parliamentary race was not intended to rely on his family name but to earn the trust of party members and constituents through practical solutions, strategic leadership and dedicated service.

Outlining his priorities, Edward identified the need to improve agricultural infrastructure, support local businesses and create employment opportunities for young people. He pledged to champion the construction and improvement of motorable feeder roads to connect farming communities to markets, as well as promote value addition to cocoa and other food crops.

He also highlighted the importance of protecting the Barekese catchment, which supplies water to Kumasi, while promising to advocate quality educational and healthcare facilities. Additionally, he pledged to support job creation, skills development and entrepreneurship initiatives to enable young people to find meaningful opportunities within their communities.

On party affairs, Edward identified unity and inclusiveness as his immediate priorities, pledging to work with all parliamentary aspirants and party stakeholders to maintain the constituency’s position as a stronghold of the NPP.

He specifically mentioned his commitment to working with current and former constituency executives, polling station executives, electoral area coordinators and grassroots members, while expressing respect for everyone seeking the party’s parliamentary candidacy.

At the national level, he pledged to commit his resources, networks and experience to the NPP’s efforts to recapture political power in the 2028 general elections and regain a parliamentary majority. He also declared his support for the presidential ambition of former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

Edward further maintained that the interests of the people of Atwima Nwabiagya North would take precedence over personal ambition and family background, stressing that leadership should be measured by service, strategy and practical solutions.

He concluded by expressing his readiness to engage party members, traditional leaders and other stakeholders as he seeks to secure the NPP parliamentary candidacy for the constituency.

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