NPP primaries: Kufuor’s son declares intention to contest Atwima Nwabiagya North seat

The son of former President John Agyekum Kufuor, Edward Agyekum Kufuor, has declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidacy for Atwima Nwabiagya North Constituency ahead of the party’s upcoming parliamentary primaries.

In a public notice announcing his decision, Mr Kufuor said his declaration followed prayerful reflection and consultations, expressing his commitment to serving the constituency through practical solutions and inclusive leadership.

Atwima Nwabiagya North, he said, holds a special place in his life, describing it as the constituency his father, former President John Agyekum Kufuor, represented in Parliament before becoming President of Ghana.

He, however, stressed that his decision was not based on his family name but on a desire to earn the trust of constituents through service, strategy and solutions.

“I return not to trade on a name, but to earn your trust through service, strategy and practical solutions for our people,” he said.

Mr Kufuor identified improved feeder roads, agricultural value addition, environmental protection, quality education and healthcare, as well as youth employment and skills development, as key priorities for the constituency.

He said he would champion the construction and improvement of motorable feeder roads to connect farming communities to markets and promote value addition for cocoa and other food crops.

He also pledged to support the protection of the Barekese catchment, which supplies water to Kumasi, while advocating quality schools, health facilities and opportunities for young people to establish businesses and secure employment within their communities.

On party unity, Mr Kufuor said his first commitment would be to promote inclusivity and work with all stakeholders to strengthen the NPP’s position in the constituency.

He pledged to engage party executives, past and present, polling station executives, electoral area coordinators and grassroots members, while expressing respect for other aspirants seeking the parliamentary ticket.

“I respect every fellow aspirant and will work with executives, past and present, polling station executives, electoral area coordinators and grassroots members to keep Atwima Nwabiagya North an unbreakable NPP stronghold,” he said.

At the national level, Mr Kufuor said he would commit his resources, networks and experience to the NPP’s efforts to recapture 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.

Emphasising his leadership philosophy, Mr Kufuor said the needs of constituents would take precedence over personal ambition and family considerations.

“To me, leadership means service, strategy and solutions. Above all, the needs of the people of Atwima Nwabiagya North come first, before personal ambition or family name,” he said.

He said he looked forward to engaging party members, traditional leaders and other stakeholders as he seeks to build support for his candidature.

Mr Kufuor concluded his declaration with a call for unity and development in the constituency.

“Together, let us build a united, prosperous and proud Atwima Nwabiagya North,” he said.