The National Democratic Congress (NDC) leadership in the Ashanti Region has decided not to participate in the upcoming by-election for the Ejisu Constituency, set for April 30, 2024.
The party has opted to prioritize its efforts towards the broader goal of the general elections scheduled for December 7th, 2024, unless there are any changes to the voting date by the electoral commission of Ghana.
Isham Alhassan, the Ashanti Regional Organizer of the NDC, explained the party’s reasoning behind abstaining from the by-election, citing concerns about the unnecessary use of resources.
“We don’t want to capitalize on [John Kumah’s] demise. Considering the timeframe, if the Electoral Commission doesn’t hold the election before May, any political party participating in this election is merely causing financial loss to the party,” Alhassan emphasized.
Highlighting the NDC’s commitment to securing victory for His Excellency John Mahama in the December elections, Alhassan confirmed that the party’s primary focus is on robust preparation for that crucial contest.
“I can confirm that the NDC will not partake in this by-election. Our aim is to win the election for His Excellency John Mahama, so all our efforts are directed towards the December election, and that is our main priority,” asserted Alhassan.
The parliamentary seat became vacant following the passing of John Ampontuah Kumah, a Member of Parliament from the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), on March 7, 2024, after a brief illness.
