The one-month ban on all forms of noise-making and drumming in Accra takes effect today, May 15, 2023.

The ban is part of preparations for the celebration of the Homowo festival by the Ga people.

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) in a statement reminded residents under its jurisdiction of the annual exercise and urged persons within catchment areas to comply with the directive.

The ban affects any form of noise-making, including the use of loudspeakers, drums, tambourines, funeral rites, and roadside evangelism.

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Henry Quartey had said the Regional Security Council will ensure strict adherence to the ban within the region.

Below is an earlier statement from the AMA

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) wishes to inform all residents in its jurisdiction that, this year’s ban on drumming and noise-making commences from Monday 15th May to Thursday 15th June 2023. It has therefore set the following guidelines in the interest of peace, harmony, and national security:

1. During the period of the ban, churches are expected to carry out their activities within their premises and refrain from the use of musical instruments.

2. The positioning of loudspeakers outside the premises of churches, mosques and pubs are banned. Roadside evangelists are to cease their activities during this period.

3. Religious bodies and the Traditional Authorities must show respect for one another and restrain their followers from making derogatory and inflammatory remarks about the beliefs and practices of one another.

4. Other guidelines by the Ga Traditional Council (GTC) include a ban on funeral rites and their related activities.

5. Apart from an identifiable task force that consists of AMA personnel, the Ghana Police Service and Representatives from the Traditional Councils with tags, no other person or group of persons should be seen or found enforcing the abatement of noise in the metropolis.
By this notice, we entreat all persons, towns and villages within the Ga Traditional Area to cooperate and comply with the directive accordingly during this period.

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) says the outcome of its Presidential and Parliamentary primaries on Saturday gives a clear indication that the party has what it takes to win the 2024 election.

National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah says the calibre of individuals elected shows the NDC is hungry for victory.

The NDC has once again elected John Mahama as its presidential candidate and parliamentary candidates to represent it in the various constituencies in the 2024 polls.

The party organised its primaries over the weekend nationwide.

Speaking at the declaration of the presidential results, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah said the NDC is ready for battle.

“We are happy that so far the quality of candidates that have been produced in this election gives us confidence that we will go into 2024 and win the presidential and win a considerable majority in Parliament and also deliver on the charge of rescuing this country. We are not going to say we have the men. We want the men to prove themselves for you to say that yes, the NDC has the men”.

17 incumbent Members of Parliament lost their bid to contest in the 2024 polls.

Mahama won the flagbearership race with 98.9 percent.

“I am humbled by the overwhelming confidence reposed in me by the party. I want to thank God for bringing the NDC this victory. Traversing the country for all these days, weeks, and months without fatalities can only be by God’s special favour”.

“My profound gratitude goes to the delegates of our party for their warm welcome, active engagement, and participation during my tour. In your usual astute manner, you turned up in your numbers across the country to vote in our party’s presidential and parliamentary primaries,” Mr. Mahama said after the election.

Fire destroyed wares worth millions of cedis at the Avia Hair Collections at Makola in Accra.

Narrating the incident to Citi News, the Assistant Manager of the outlet, Lucky Cobbinah said, the inferno began around 9pm on Saturday after they had closed.

According to him, by the time he arrived at the scene after receiving a distress call from residents, personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service were already there trying to quench the inferno.

No casualties were recorded.

He further stated that, the warehouse containing goods they had received from Dubai, a day before the incident, comprised wigs and hair products which he said were badly damaged.

When Citi News got to the place, there were puddles of water on the floor from the Ghana National Fire Service and the whole place was still engulfed in thick smoke.

The ceiling was ripped off and electric wires were left hanging.

The teary shop manager disclosed that, they are yet to receive feedback from the Police and the Ghana National Fire Service on the cause of the fire.

The Campaign Team of John Mahama in the Greater Accra Region have expressed their gratitude to delegates in the region for voting massively in favour of their candidate.

In a statement, the Chairperson of the team said the positive outcome of the results proves that the “victory shoes of Greater Accra Regional NDC are like iron and brass.”

Mr Mahama once again won the votes of NDC delegates to lead the party into the 2024 presidential election.

Certified results by the Electoral Commission (EC) show Mr Mahama polled an overwhelming 297,603 votes representing 98.9% of the total valid votes cast at the end of the NDC primaries on Saturday.

His closest contender, the former Kumasi Mayor Kojo Bonsu, polled a paltry 3,181  representing 1.1%.

Full statement below:

Deuteronomy 33:25, And thy shoes shall be like Iron and brass and as the days go, so shall their strength be.

The quest to take John Mahama back to the Flagstaff House to finish his works has been a major focus for the NDC over the years.

4 years ago, John Mahama chalked 93.75% to be Flagbearer with Greater Accra Regional NDC recording 88.7% for John Mahama and took the 8th position out of 10 regions.

This time, under the indefatigable leadership of Chairman Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore of the Greater Accra Regional NDC who doubles as the Campaign Manager for John Mahama in Greater Accra Region, there has been a skyrocket of votes for John Mahama from 88.7% to 99.54%. How marvellous!!

On top of it all, amid the 16 regions, Greater Accra Regional NDC takes the 1st position and hits the highest percentage of votes for John Mahama to be NDC’s Flagbearer. Such a leapfrog!!

This is a masterly feat and it deserves a massive applause. Despite the snares set ahead of the Greater Accra Regional John Mahama Campaign Team, they still managed to achieve the target set for themselves.

Surely, the victory shoes of Greater Accra NDC under the auspices of Chairman Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore are like Iron and brass and as the National Campaign begins, so shall their strength be.

It is time to join the boat and cruise to victory 2024. No one shall be left behind.

We need power and that is all that matters.

Eye zu……..

E. A. Mettle Nunoo Jnr.,
Deputy Spokesperson,
JM Campaign Team,
Greater Accra Region.

Helga Boadi,
Chairperson,
Report Committee,
JM Campaign Team,
Greater Accra Region.

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Masawudu Mubarick, the sole contender of Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Asawase, in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries failed to derail the sixth term bid of the incumbent.

The Former Minority Chief Whip won the contest with over 300 votes in what many believed was going to be a close contest prior to the election.

He polled 1,064 votes to secure the slot to represent the NDC in the Asawase Constituency in 2024 at the expense of Masawudu who garnered 734 votes.

It was an election full of acrimony between the two camps which generated a lot of tension in the constituency ahead of the primaries.

While the supporters of Masawudu argued that it was time for Muntaka to give way for fresh ideas after serving five terms, followers of Muntaka believed there was no need to change a winning team.

They also pointed out that the wealth of experience accumulated in parliament over the years by Muntaka could only bring them development, especially when the NDC return to power in 2025.

Having been one of the safest seat for the NDC in the stronghold of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), there is the widely held notion that once a candidate clears the primaries hurdle he or she stands a brighter chance of going to parliament.

The stakes were, therefore, high as both candidates left no stone unturned in their quest to represent the party for the next general election.

Their determination to emerge victorious on the day could clearly be seen at the voting centre as their supporters ceased every opportunity to show their loyalty to their respective candidates.

Despite heavy security presence, several skirmishes between the opposing supporters were recorded intermittently as voting took place at the Kumasi Central Mosque.

The arrival of the two candidates turned the venue into a rally ground as their supporters welcomed them with wild jubilation.

One could feel the tensed atmosphere as closing of polls approached with both set of supporters brimming with confidence in anticipation of massive victory.

It was the camp of Muntaka that had the last laugh when they picked signals of a victory for Muntaka from the two polling stations as they sang victory songs to the displeasure of their opponents.

An ecstatic Muntaka joined the large crowd to celebrate the hard fought victory after he was officially declared winner of the contest.

He called for a united front as one family to save Ghanaians from the economic crisis that the NPP government had plunged the nation into.

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Seventeen Incumbents Members of Parliament of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over the weekend lost their quest to represent their constituents in 2024.

They were given a run of their money by the new comers leading to them losing their seats at the parliamentary primaries held on Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Below is the full list of the losers;

1. Alex Adomako lost to a newcomer, Hajia Nasira Afrah (Sekyere Afram Plains)

2. Edward Bawa lost with 509 votes as Charles Bawaduah polled 535 votes (Bongo Constituency)

3. Wisdom Gidisu lost with 257 votes to Nelson Kofi Djabab, who had 441 votes (Krachie East)

4. Alhaji A.B.A. Fuseini had 330 votes and lost to Attah Issah who polled 801 votes (Sagnarigu constituency)

5. Abeiku Crentsil had 149 votes and lost to Dr. Ekow Kwainoo who had 329 votes (Ekumfi Constituency)

6. Dela Sowah had 281 votes and lost to Sebastian Fred Deh who had 332 votes (Kpando Constituency)

7. Dr Kwabena Donkor had 371 votes and lost to Emmanuel Boam who had 474 votes (Pru East)
8. Angela Alorwu-Tay polled 225 votes, losing to her contender, Frank Afriyie who won with 631 votes (Afadzato South)

9. Wisdom Kobena Woyome had 562 votes and lost to Maxwell Kwame Lukutor with 597 votes (South Tongu Constituency)

10. Thomas Addah Dalu also lost with 300 votes to a young businessman, Nikyema Alamzy who polled 488 votes (China-Paga)

11. Sampson Tangombu Chiragia also lost with 447 votes to Simon Akibange Aworigo, who won with 475 votes (Navrongo Central)

12. Augustine Tawiah polled 452 votes and lost to Mustapha Amadu Tanko who had 935 votes (Bia West Constituency)

13. Peter Yaw Kwakye Ackah had 575 votes and lost to Joana Gyan Cudjoe who had 756 votes (Amenfi Central)

14. Sophia Karen Edem Ackuaku (Domeabra-Obom MP but switched to Ayawaso Central)

15. Christian Otuteye (Sege Constituency)

16. Edward Kaale-Ewola Dery (Lambussie)

17. Albert Akuka Alalzuuga (Garu Constituency)

-BY Daniel Bampoe

The Police say they are studying the viral video showing the Sekyedumase National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament aspirant showering money on some party supporters to establish a case.

In a press statement on Sunday, it said, “A dedicated legal team is currently scrutinising her [Juliana Kinang-Wassan] conduct in the video to establish whether there are elements of an election-related crime to warrant Police intervention or otherwise.”

Supporters of the National Democratic Congress attending the party’s primaries at Ejura Sekyedumase were excited after one of the aspirants showered money on them at the voting grounds on Saturday.

Juliana Kinang Wassan was shown in a viral video standing in a car showering cash on the people who flung her at the Ahmadiya School Park where voting was ongoing.

According to JoyNews correspondent Nana Boakye Yiadom, there was a mad rush for the money which ranges from GH¢10 notes to GH¢100 notes.

She told the reporter that she realised she had the money in her car and decided to show love to her fellow NDC members by sharing the cash.

Madam Juliana contested against the incumbent MP, Muhammad Bawah Braimah to run for MP on the ticket of the NDC in the 2024 elections.

The Police assured the public of their commitment towards ensuring, peace, security, law and order at all times.

Former National Democracy Congress’ Deputy National Youth Organiser has insisted that he won the party’s parliamentary primaries held in Ketu North.

Speaking on JoyNews’ The Probe, Eric Edem Agbana said that despite the opposition to his victory, he won the Saturday elections with 360 votes while his biggest contender had 359.

He explained that following the initial counting, a recount was done twice on the request of his opponents but the votes remained the same.

“After that my agent signed the pink sheet which recorded the 360 votes, only for a challenge to be brought up about the validity of the ballot papers.”

“So they decided to check whether or not all the ballots were properly stamped. And according to EC officials after that check, two of the ballot papers recorded in my favour did not have the stamp,” Mr Agbana told the host Blessed Sogah.

He noted that a further check of these ballot papers’ serial numbers proved that they were legitimate papers issued from the Electoral Commission’s booklet.

“It means that if these papers were without a stamp, it was as a result of either recklessness on the part of an EC official, or a deliberate attempt of an EC official to mar the process.”

“How do you punish a candidate or the voter for an abysmal job done by an EC official? There is a winner in Ketu North and the winner is Edem Agbana.”

On Saturday, the NDC delegates in Ketu North had to choose between eight candidates who to vote for to represent them in the 2024 general election.

After an initial count of the votes cast, Edem Agbana and his team began celebrating after beating his opponent with one vote.

However, shortly after his win was called into question with the opposition demanding a run off.

But, Mr Agbana said he will not sit quietly while his win is being undermined.

“How do I go into a rerun when I have won the elections? There is a clear winner and the winner is Edem Agbana. I will not allow anyone to steal.”

He added that “if there was a tie and a need for a rerun of the elections and it is legitimate, I would gladly submit myself to the same.”

“But when everyone can confirm that I am victorious, how do you want me to submit myself to a process and say I am trying to prove a point that I am not scared?”

Mr Agbana said giving into calls for a rerun could only mean that as a parliamentary candidate he will not be able to protect the mandate the people have given him.

Meanwhile, NDC is yet to officially resolve the issue.

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The incumbent Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has been re-elected to lead the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) ahead of election 2024.

He polled 863 votes in the just-ended NDC primaries.

This means Mr. Ayariga will lead the party for the fourth time in the 2024 general elections.

The former Information Minister contenders Ustarz Jibreal Sahad polled 283 while Theo Braimah Awanzam managed 96 votes.

In the presidential primaries, former president John Dramani Mahama polled 1201 votes, Kojo Bonsu had 24 votes while Kwabena Duffuor who pulled out of the race Friday evening, had 9 votes.
Three votes were rejected.

In the Bolgatanga East Constituency incumbent, Dr. Dominic Akurintinga Ayine polled 292 votes while his closest contender Dr. Emmanuel Aberiinga polled 121 votes.

In the Sekondi constituency, Nyamekye Armah Blay won the parliamentary contest with 502 votes while
Samuel Bissah had 307 votes. Four votes were rejected.

In the Sekyere Afram Plains constituency, Kwabena Duffuor Junior polled 203 votes but lost out to Hajia Nasira Afrah who polled 211 votes.

The incumbent member of Parliament, Alex Adomako Mensah was third with 86 votes, while political science lecturer at KNUST, Prof. Edward Brenya secured 65 votes.

Dzudzorli Gakpe also retained his position as NDC parliamentary candidate for the Keta Constituency.

By Vincent Kubi

Some National Democratic Congress (NDC) Members of Parliament lost their bid to represent their constituents in 2024.

Some newcomers gave them a run for their money leading to 16 sitting MPs losing their seats at the parliamentary primaries held on May 13, 2023.

Former Minister for Power and Member of Parliament for Pru East, Kwabena Donkor, lost to Lord Kwaku Boam in the primaries held on Saturday, May 13, 2023.

Mr. Boam polled 474 votes to beat Kwabena Donkor who polled 371 votes and Bright Fiawornu who polled 66 votes.

The incumbent MP for Chiana-Paga, Thomas Dalu, also lost his slot to a young businessman, Nikyema Alamzy who polled 488 votes against Mr. Dalu’s 300 votes.

Simon Akibange Aworigo polled 475 votes to defeat three other aspirants including the incumbent MP for Navrongo Central, Samson Tangombu Chiragia.

The MP for Bongo, Edward Bawa was also shown the red card by NDC delegates in his constituency. He lost to Charles Bawaduah.

Below are the 17 incumbent MPs who lost:

1. Alex Adomako lost to a newcomer, Hajia Nasira Afrah (Sekyere Afram Plains) 

2. Edward Bawa lost with 509 votes as Charles Bawaduah polled 535 votes (Bongo Constituency)

3. Wisdom Gidisu lost with 257 votes to Nelson Kofi Djabab, who had 441 votes (Krachie East) 

4. Alhaji A. B. A. Fuseini had 330 votes  and lost to Attah Issah who polled 801 votes (Sagnarigu constituency)

5. Abeiku Crentsil had 149 votes and lost to Dr. Ekow Kwainoo who had 329 votes (Ekumfi Constituency)

6. Dela Sowah had 281 votes and lost to Sebastian Fred Deh who had 332 votes (Kpando Constituency)

7. Dr Kwabena Donkor had 371 votes and lost to Emmanuel Boam who had 474 votes (Pru East)

8. Angela Alorwu-Tay polled 225 votes, losing to her contender, Frank Afriyie who won with 631 votes (Afadzato South) 

9. Wisdom Kobena Woyome had 562 votes and lost to Maxwell Kwame Lukutor with 597 votes (South Tongu Constituency)

10. Thomas Addah Dalu also lost with 300 votes to a young businessman, Nikyema Alamzy who polled 488 votes (China-Paga) 

11. Sampson Tangombu Chiragia also lost with 447 votes to Simon Akibange Aworigo, who won with 475 votes (Navrongo Central) 

12. Augustine Tawiah polled 452 votes and  lost to Mustapha Amadu Tanko who had 935 votes (Bia West Constituency)

13. Peter Yaw Kwakye Ackah had 575 votes and lost to Joana Gyan Cudjoe who had 756 votes (Amenfi Central)

14. Sophia Karen Edem Ackuaku (Domeabra-Obom MP but switched to Ayawaso Central)

15. Christian Otuteye (Sege Constituency)

16. Edward Kaale-Ewola Dery (Lambussie)

17. Albert Akuka Alalzuuga (Garu Constituency)

On Saturday, delegates of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) held their primaries to decide the parliamentary and presidential candidates ahead of the 2024 elections.

Former President John Mahama won the flagbearer race with a landslide victory. Also, about 16 MPs lost their bid to contest in the next elections.

Today, on The Probe, host Blessed Sogah and his guests dive into the election that took place on Saturday.

Watch The Probe below:

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In a stunning upset, Emmanuel Kwaku Boam has been chosen to represent the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as its Parliamentary candidate for the Pru East Constituency in the 2024 elections.

Boam was able to unseat the incumbent, Kwabena Donkor, former Power Minister by polling 474 votes against Donkor’s 371 votes. Flawormi Bright Amedo, the third contestant, polled 66 votes.

The announcement of Boam’s victory sent shockwaves through the constituency, with many expressing their surprise at the outcome of the election.

Boam had been considered an underdog in the race, but his grassroots campaign and tireless efforts to connect with voters proved to be a winning strategy.

Speaking to reporters after his victory, Boam expressed his gratitude to the voters who put their faith in him, and pledged to work tirelessly on their behalf.

“It is an honor and a privilege to have been chosen to represent the NDC in the Pru East Constituency,” Boam said. “I am committed to serving the people of this constituency and ensuring that their voices are heard.”

Boam’s victory marks a significant shift in the political landscape of the Pru East Constituency, and sets the stage for what is sure to be a highly contested election in 2024.

By Vincent Kubi

Fatima Anafu-Astanga 

Zuarungu , May 14, GNA – Dr Dominic Akuritenga Ayine, incumbent MP for the Bolgatanga East Constituency has advised his constituents to avoid “skirt and blouse” voting. 

That, he said could become inimical to the fortunes of the party in the area. 

Dr Ayine who polled 292 votes out of 416 to be retained as the Parliamentary candidate of his constituency said winning with more votes should be their focus. 

His contender , Dr Emmanuel Abeireinya  garnered  121 votes  and the presidential  and  Mr John Mahama  former  President of the NDC  pulled 412, and Kojo Bonsu  three .  

Dr Ayine,  thanked all delegates and his contender Dr Abeireinya  and his  supporters. 

 He reiterated an earlier call made to the NDC membership in the constituency   that the election was an eternal contest and should be devoid of insults and intemperate language. 

He thanked the constituency executives , whom  indicated had constitutional mandate to organize the election and said the  NDC’s  victory in 2024 depended on the branches  and in 2012 when the NDC was in court it was made clear  and for a successful elections to take place depended on the polling stations. 

Dr Ayine thanked the Electoral Commission, the District Commander of Police and his men for security and peaceful election, as well as the media. 

Dr Emmanuel Abereinya in a statement thanked the delegates and his supports and pledged his support  to the winner. 

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General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Kwetey, has asked the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to be ready for a real over drive in the 2024 general election.

Mr Kwetey, who was monitoring the Korley Klottey Constituency elections, described the Party’s primaries as “so far, so good” and said the 2024 general election would be interesting, hence the need for the NPP to prepare for an “overdrive“.

The NDC General Secretary said the primaries were important for preparations towards the 2024 election.

“Once we know who the leader of the Party is going to be, we know who majority of our parliamentary candidates are going to be, the Party now gets into the business of strategising towards 2024,” he stated.

Parliamentary aspirants for the Korle Klottey Constituency are Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Madam Meredith Naakai Lamptey-Addy and Nii John Coleman. Dr Agyeman-Rawlings was returned as the NDC candidate.

Mothers were given royal treatment at the 2023 edition of Citi TV/Citi FM’s ‘A Portrait of Mama’ dinner night at Citi Gardens, No. 5 Owula Hansen Lane, Tesano.

Patrons were treated to evergreen live band music from one of Ghana’s sensational bands, Nkyinkyin.

The ‘A Portrait of Mama’  is an annual event to celebrate mothers on Mother’s Day.

Prior to the dinner event, listeners and viewers of Citi FM and Citi TV were given the opportunity to tell the world what their mothers meant to them in a write-up of not less than 100 words beginning with the phrase: “But for Mama…”

The top three entrants were announced on Tuesday, May 9, and actively participated in the event.

The ‘A Portrait Of Mama’ (Mother’s Day Dinner) is powered by Citi TV, with support from Citi FM, and is sponsored by Dano Milk and Tasty Tom, with Juis Guy and Veuve Du Vernay on board.

Businessman, Dr Emmanuel Kojo Jones-Mensah says he is satisfied with the verdict of NDC delegates in the Keta constituency. 

This was contained in a release from his communications team and signed by Livingstone Pay-Charlie after the incumbent MP Kwame Dzidzorli Gakpe was declared the winner. 

According to the release, in the spirit of togetherness and love for both the constituency and the NDC, Kojo Jones, as he is popularly known, congratulated the retained MP as NDC’s parliamentary candidate for the 2024 elections.

“Team Jones-Mensah congratulates Hon Gakpey on this feat and other contenders who showed spirited fight and determination, especially, Enyonam Apetorgbor for showing commitment to providing solutions to problems and championing the women’s empowerment agenda. The delegates have decided and we must respect this outcome of democracy,” parts of the statement read.

The team indicated that the post of parliamentary candidate of the NDC and for that matter leader of Keta is very demanding and as such requires somebody with a demonstrable record of achievement, personal development and capacity. 

”We want to state that the record of Dr Jones-Mensah in Keta Constituency is rock solid as to effecting real change in the lives of the citizenry. The construction of the Hatorgodo-Lawoshime Bridge, the water plant at Anyako Kpota, the reshaping of roads in Havedzi and Abutiakope, and the extension of water to Horvi, Dzelukope and Tettevikope signal a momentous epoch in Keta.”

In a surprising turn of events, Charles Asiedu, the son of Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has emerged victorious in the Tano South Parliamentary primary.

The primary, which was keenly contested by several candidates, saw Charles Asiedu securing a resounding victory with a significant margin. His victory has been attributed to his impressive campaign strategy, which resonated well with the delegates and party faithful in the constituency.

Speaking to reporters after the announcement of the results, Charles Asiedu expressed his gratitude to the delegates and the party leadership for the opportunity to represent the NDC in the upcoming parliamentary elections.
He pledged to work tirelessly to ensure the party’s victory in the constituency.

The Tano South constituency is considered a key battleground in the upcoming parliamentary elections, with both the NDC and the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) eyeing a victory.
Charles Asiedu’s victory is expected to boost the NDC’s chances in the constituency, given his father’s influence and popularity within the party.

The NDC National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has also expressed his delight at his son’s victory, describing it as a testament to the party’s commitment to promoting internal democracy and fairness in its electoral processes.

The NDC is expected to officially present Charles Asiedu as its parliamentary candidate for the Tano South constituency in the coming days, as the party intensifies its preparations for the upcoming elections.

By Vincent Kubi

By Anthony Adongo Apubeo 

Bongo (U/E), May 13, GNA – Mr Charles Bawadua, a legal practitioner has ousted Mr Edward Abambire Bawa, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Bongo Constituency in the National Democratic Congress’ primaries held ahead of the 2024 general election. 

He polled 535 votes to beat the incumbent who polled 509 votes and Professor Ephraim Nsoh Avea, an Educationist who had 75 votes. 

This brought to an end the dream of Mr Bawa who is a member of the Mines and Energy Committee of Parliament, returning to Parliament for the third consecutive time in 2024 since 2016. 

Meanwhile, in the presidential primaries, Former President John Dramani Mahama polled 1,116 votes to beat his contenders Dr Kwabena Duffour and Mr Kojo Bonsu who were able to secure three and six votes respectively. 

The three candidates, Mr Bawa, Mr Bawadua and Professor Avea begun their dreams to become MPs in 2015 when all the three contested in the party’s parliamentary primaries to represent the party in the 2016 elections after the three-time MP Albert Abongo decided not to contest again. 

The incumbent, however, emerged victorious in that primary and was subsequently elected MP for the area in the 2016 general election. 

Although Mr Bawadua and Professor Avea did not contest in the 2020 primaries, the incumbent beat his main contender Dr Rainer Akumperigya, an educationist and won the general election again that year after beating Mr Peter Ayamga Ayinbisa of the New Patriotic Party, the then sitting District Chief Executive. 

He was then hoping to secure an opportunity to represent the people of Bongo in parliament for the third time but has not been booted out. 

Mr Bawadua who spoke to the Ghana News Agency after his victory expressed gratitude to the delegates for the confidence reposed in him to lead the party in the 2024 elections and promised not to fail. 

“The NDC and the people of Bongo should expect humble, truthful and development-oriented leadership from me and nothing else,” he said. 

Meanwhile, the incumbent MP had already via a social media post, congratulated Mr Bawadua and wished him well. 

GNA

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