Akwatia By-Election: NDC Holds Primaries Today With 3 contenders vying for NDC ticket

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Three Candidates Contest For NDC ticket

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is holding its parliamentary primaries today, August 4, 2025, in the Akwatia Constituency of Ghana’s Eastern Region. The internal election aims to select a parliamentary candidate to represent the party in the upcoming by-election scheduled for September 2.

The by-election became necessary following the passing of sitting MP Ernest Kumi on July 7 after a short illness.

Who’s contesting the NDC slot?

Three candidates are in the race for the NDC nomination:

  • Henry Boakye Yiadom, a former MP and the party’s 2024 parliamentary candidate.
  • Erasmus Koney Ali (popularly known as Asanka), who currently serves as both an assembly member and the presiding member in the district.
  • Lawyer Bernard Bediako Baidoo, a respected legal practitioner entering the race with a strong support base.

The winner of today’s primaries will face Solomon Kwame Asumadu, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) acclaimed candidate. Asumadu was officially endorsed by the NPP ahead of the by-election and is expected to put up a formidable campaign.

A critical battleground seat

The Akwatia seat has historically been a swing constituency, making this by-election particularly crucial for both major political parties. Political analysts anticipate a highly competitive race, with development promises, local leadership appeal, and national party strategy playing central roles in influencing voter turnout.

Akwatia By-Election: NDC Holds Primaries Today With 3 contenders vying for NDC ticket
Display of Aspirants

The Electoral Commission and other observers will be monitoring the process to ensure transparency, fairness, and peaceful conduct throughout the primaries and the broader by-election campaign.

Read More: Bernard Bediako Baidoo Joins Akwatia NDC Parliamentary Race

Author

  • Daniel Ablordey

    Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.

    As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.

    Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.

    Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.

    His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.

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Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Amenyo Ablordey
Daniel Ablordey is a Business Analytics student at the University of Ghana Business School and an emerging strategist at the intersection of data, markets, and narrative. With a keen analytical mind and a passion for African business and economic trends, he is building a career focused on translating complex data-driven insights into accessible, decision-relevant stories that matter.

As a writer and editor with Insight Ghana, African Business Insight, and The African Journal, Daniel delivers sharp, high-impact analysis on current affairs, business developments, and emerging trends across the continent. His work is defined by precision, clarity, and a deep commitment to responsible journalism — ensuring that every story he tells is not only accurate but meaningful to the audiences it serves.

Beyond his editorial work, Daniel serves as an Ecobank Youth Ambassador, where he actively promotes financial inclusion, digital banking, and financial literacy among young Ghanaians. His leadership experience spans academic, professional, and faith-based institutions, where he has consistently driven initiatives centered on growth, structure, and long-term impact.

Grounded in the principles of Pan-Africanism and service, Daniel brings a rare combination of analytical rigour and storytelling depth to his work. Whether unpacking market behavior, profiling emerging business leaders, or covering cultural shifts shaping the continent, he approaches every assignment with strategic intent and editorial integrity.

His broader ambition is to contribute to Africa's transformation by shaping how data, business, and storytelling intersect — not just locally, but on a global stage.
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