The National Democratic Congress (NDC) says it has not yet reached a decision on whether it will participate in the upcoming Akwatia by-election following the death of sitting Member of Parliament, Ernest Yaw Kumi.
Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen program, Deputy General Secretary of the NDC, Mustapha Gbande, stated that the party is still in a period of mourning and has not finalized its stance on contesting the vacant seat.
“We in the NDC are still mourning the late Ernest Yaw Kumi. I am not the one to announce whether or not we are contesting. Should the party decide that we should go for an election, we will. We are yet to decide,” Gbande said.
The Electoral Commission is expected to declare the date for the by-election in accordance with Ghana’s electoral laws.
The late MP, Ernest Kumi, a member of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), passed away on July 7. His death has been widely mourned across the political spectrum.
Mr. Kumi was known in Parliament for his thoughtful contributions on national development and governance. His absence, many say, leaves a void in the legislative chamber and in the NPP, where he was regarded as a promising leader.
“His insight and commitment to parliamentary work will be sorely missed,” one colleague MP remarked.
The Akwatia seat, historically a politically competitive constituency, is expected to draw significant attention once the by-election schedule is announced.
