Akwatia By‑Election Campaign Intensified by NPP: Strategic Push to Retain Seat
ACCRA, GHANA — The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has intensified its campaign efforts in Akwatia, Eastern Region, as the electorate prepares for a parliamentary by‑election on September 2, 2025. With the late MP Ernest Yaw Kumi’s passing in July, the party is making a fierce push to retain the seat in the upcoming polls. GhanaWeb
NPP’s Endorsed Candidate & Leadership Backing
Candidate Selection: Without holding primaries, the NPP selected Solomon Kwame Asumadu, former constituency treasurer, highlighting his grassroots reputation and record of local service. He was unanimously endorsed by senior party officials.
Leadership Mobilization: General Secretary Justin Frimpong Kodua has led high-level visits, engaging directly with residents and local leaders, reinforcing the party’s committed presence on the ground.
Core Campaign Messaging: Unity, Development & Continuity
Campaign Theme: Dubbed “Winning Together in Honour of Hon. Ernest Yaw Kumi,” the campaign emphasises unity and continuity in service delivery.
Local Development Track Record: At grassroots events, Kodua stressed Asumadu’s non‑political contributions to Akwatia, urging voters to entrust him with leadership for continued progress.
Electoral Timeline & Political Context
By-Election Date Confirmed: The Electoral Commission has officially scheduled the Akwatia by-election for Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
NDC Response: The rival Nationals Democratic Congress (NDC) has slated its parliamentary primaries for August 4, 2025, positioning itself to contest aggressively for the seat.
Investigative Insight: Stakes & Strategy
Swing Constituency Alert: Akwatia served as a crucial swing seat in the 2024 elections. It returned to the NPP tentatively with the election of Kumi, whose passing has now set up a high-stakes contest.
Party Strategy in Clear View: The NPP’s suspension of internal campaign activity until after the by-election signals disciplined unity, with top leadership focused on mobilizing votes in Akwatia.
Source: My News Ghana
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