President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has received the report of the committee that was mandated to assess persons whose names came up for the Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executive (MMDCEs) positions.
The committee made a number of recommendations and has accordingly submitted to the president and also to the Minister for Local Government, Decentralization and Rural Development, Dan Botwe.
Below is the report …
2020 MMDCE VETTING COMMITTEE REPORTS
| AHAFO REGION | ||
| DISTRICT | SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS | JUSTIFICATION |
| ASUNAFO NORTH MUNICIPALITY | Yaw Osei-BoahenJames KoduahJames Afriyie-Anto | The Committee recommend Mr. Yaw Osei-Boahen for renomination as MCE. All accounts suggest Mr. Osei-Boahen, performed creditably well as MCE. He comes from Mim and has extensive experience working as polling station chairman, polling agent, and constituency chairman for the party. He is also a two-term Assembly member for the Mim-Dome Electoral Area. He holds B-Com in Accounting and an MBA from the University of Cape Coast. |
| ASUNAFO SOUTH DISTRICT | Osei Bonsu Frank Aduse PokuPaul Asabre Pinamang | The committee recommend Mr. Osei Bonsu for renomination as DCE. Mr. Osei Bonsu comes to the role with significant experience as DCE, community, and party activist. He was a former constituency organizer and chairman, and constituency campaign Manager. He is a teacher and District Coordinator of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO). His renomination will promote stability and the steady growth of the district. EDUCATION |
| ASUTIFI NORTH DISTRICT | Anthony MensahStephen K. BaahRichard Boama | The Committee recommends Mr. Anthony Mensah for renomination as DCE. The DCE is the best among the shortlisted applicants. He is effective and enjoys a cordial relationship with the constituency and polling station executives. Also, he played a significant role in the campaigns and supported reconciliation efforts between supporters of Joseph Daha Benhazin, former MP for the area, and Patrick Banor, incumbent MP, following a division and tension after the 2020 parliamentary primaries. Also, he played a leading role to discourage the threat of “skirt and blouse” voting by supporters of the Daha Benhazin in Ntotroso. He is a former Research and Elections Officer for the constituency. Mr. Mensah holds a BA of Education in English from Catholic University and MA in Public Administration from KNUST. |
| ASUTIFI SOUTH DISTRICT | Robert Dwomoh MensahAtuahene AntwiDavid-Adu Boateng Jnr | The Committee recommends Mr. Robert Dwomoh Mensah for renomination as DCE. Mr. Mensah appears to be a match in the district to contain the excesses of Hon. Collins Dauda. Robert Dwomoh Mensah was supportive in the elections and has good relations with the party executives. He is a former Ashanti Regional Coordinator of the Ghana School Feeding Programme between 2008 and 2009. His renomination will among other things ensure continuity and party growth in a difficult constituency. He holds BA in Political Science with Linguistics and MBA from GIMPA. |
| TANO NORTH MUNICIPALITY | Ernest KwartengGabriel Ankomah Karikari Appau | The committee recommends Mr. Ernest Kwarteng for renomination as MCE. He appears to have the support of the traditional leaders and party executives for renomination. He is a former polling station chairman and constituency financial secretary. Given his experience as MCE and the reported support of key stakeholders, his renomination would benefit the district’s development drive. He holds MSc in Industrial Mathematics, KNUST, and B.Ed. Mathematics, University College of Education, Winneba. |
| TANO SOUTH MUNICIPALITY | Collins Offinam TakyiIsaac Agyei BuabengBenjamin AssabilEssando | The committee recommends Mr. Offinam Takyi for renomination as MCE. The applicant was instrumental in the 2020 elections campaign and supported the MP/PC to increase the vote balance of the party. He has served in the following roles—former Assemblymember for the Dwomo East Electoral Area, polling station youth organizer, and financial secretary for the party. He has demonstrated commitment to community development and his re-nomination would yield dividends for the people and the NPP. He holds B.Ed. Population and Family Life Education and an MBA, both from the University of Cape Coast. |
| BONO REGION | ||
| DISTRICT | SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS | JUSTIFICATION |
| SUNYANI MUNICIPAL (SUNYANI EAST) | Ansu KumiDr. Kofi Bobi BarimaFrank Musah Damtarl | The committee recommends Mr. Ansu Kumi for nomination as MCE. Mr. Kumi displayed considerable knowledge of the local government system and related development issues. He has a good working connection with the grassroots. He worked hard to support the 2020 general elections. He was the constituency secretary from 2018 to date, the electoral area coordinator from 2013 to 2018, and a polling station chairman from 2009 to 2013. He served as a polling station agent in the 2016 general elections. He holds an MBA from KNUST and BA in Economics and Sociology from UCC. |
| SUNYANI WEST | Martin ObengEvans Kusi BoadumPatrick Kwadwo TabiriTheophilus Asomah-Kyeremeh | No Decision |
| DORMAA WEST DISTRICT | Amankwaa Ernest Francis Kwadwo OppongSteven Adjei Ameyaw | The committee recommends Mr. Amankwaa Ernest for nomination as DCE. Mr. Amankwaa played an instrumental role in the 2020 general elections. He is affable and liked by many in the constituency. He was the Research Officer from 2013 to 2018 and the secretary from 2018 to date. He holds an MBA in Human Resource Management from UCC and B. ED Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Sports from the University of Education in Winneba. |
| DORMAA MUNICIPAL | Eric Kwabena YeboaOppong HenryDrissa Ouattara | The committee recommends Mr. Eric Kwabena Yeboah for nomination as MCE. Mr. Yeboah has been a member of the Communication Team from 2010 to date. He is a grassroots person as well as a long-standing member of the party. He understands the development challenges of the area and he is in touch with the people. He has been a constant member of the campaign teams from 2012 through to 2020. He holds MPhil Curriculum Studies and BA in Education from UCC. |
| DORMAA EAST DISTRICT | Emmanuel Kofi AgyemanNicholas AsamoahAnsu Yeboah Williams | The committee recommends Mr. Emmanuel Kofi Agyeman for renomination as DCE. This recommendation is based on prior performance as DCE in the first term of his excellency the President. He relates well with the youth, chiefs, and party executives. He campaigned well for the party and made sure he brought everybody on board. He was the Constituency Chairman from 2013 to 2017. He was also an Assembly member for Kyeremanso –Ahenboboano Electoral Area from 2010 to 2014. He was a member of the 2020 Campaign Team. He holds MA in Theology, Emmanuel Bible Institute, MSc in Industrial Mathematics, KNUST, and B.E.D in Science, Physics from the University of Education, Winneba. |
| BEREKUM WEST | Dominic OppongBright Oteng- HennahPeter Asomah Boampong | The committee recommends Mr. Dominic Oppong for nomination as DCE. He expressed his priority among others is to forge a good working relationship with the tripod to ensure the steady development of the area and the party. He campaigned vigorously in 2020 for the party. He was part of the 2020 Campaign Team. He is the assistant constituency secretary and a former deputy constituency organizer from 2014 to 2018. He holds B.E.D in Mathematics from UEW. |
| BREKUM EAST MUNICIPAL | Kofi Adjei Paul Ofori-AmanfoEmmanuel Ameyaw | The committee recommends Mr. Kofi Adjei for renomination as MCE. He worked well with the Tripod to ensure a unified campaign in 2020. He has appreciable knowledge of the local government system. The youth, chiefs, and opinion leaders appreciate his service. He was the constituency chairman from 2009 to 2016 and a presiding member of the Berekum Municipal Assembly from 2006-2008. He holds GCE Advanced Level from Dorma Secondary School. |
| BANDA MUNICIPALITY | Emmanuel AkonePaul BaffoePeter Donkor | The committee recommends Mr. Emmanuel Akone for nomination as MCE. He has in-depth knowledge in both party and local government administration. His nomination will unify the feuding factions in the constituency. There are so many internal conflicts in the constituency party especially between the MCE and the PC, which may have contributed to the party’s defeat in the 2020 general elections. Mr. Akone is the current constituency secretary, the research and elections officer from 2013 to 2017, and a former Polling Station Chairman from 1997 to 2008. He holds Post Graduate Diploma in Education from Valley View University, BA in Management Studies from UCC, and HND in Marketing from Koforidua Technical University. |
| JAMAN SOUTH DISTRICT | Andrews BediakoPeter NketiahAlhaji Abu | The committee recommends Mr. Andrews Bediako for nomination as DCE. Mr. Bediako worked spiritedly for the party in the 2020 general elections. He was a member of the constituency campaign team. He was served as the constituency youth organizer from 2009 to 2010 and the electoral area coordinator for Nana Addo’s Presidential primary elections in 2010. He is currently pursuing MA in Public Administration from GIMPA, Ean xecutive MA in General Paralegal Studies from Ghana Institute of Paralegal and Leadership Training, and BA in Fine Arts from the University of Ghana. |
| JAMAN NORTH | Adana AnkomahEmmanuel Kwaku TweneSolomon OwusuEbenezer Anane | NOT SELECTED |
| TAIN | Adama CoulibalyCharity Akua Foriwaa DwommohGabriel OseiBenjamin Afful Manu | NOT SELECTED |
| WENCHI | Dr. Prince Kwakye AfriyieAlexander Obour DamoahJoseph Yaw MensahSalihu Bambah | NOT SELECTED |
| SAVANNAH REGION | ||
| DISTRICT | SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS | JUSTIFICATION |
| BOLE DISTRICT | Akati Mahama Abdul-Rahim Abulai IbrahimRaphael Abolasom Kumah | The committee recommends Mr. Akati Mahama Abdul-Rahim for nomination as DCE. Mr. Akati is the current Regional Youth Organizer. He is a very brilliant youthful person who has managed the Savannah youth front well. He does not belong to any faction in the ensuing turf-war in his constituency. He is seen as a unifier. The current DCE has issues with almost all of the constituency executives. She is seen as fueling discord in the district/constituency. Given the chance, Mr. Akati could foster unity to improve conditions for the district/constituency. He holds MA in Business Administration in Leadership and Management from KNUST and BSc in Agricultural Technology from the University of Development Studies. |
| CENTRAL GONJA DISTRICT | Ahmadu ZakariaMustapha Mbonwura Seidu Saaka Bakari | The committee recommends Mr. Ahmadu Zakaria for nomination as DCE. Mr. Ahmadu Zakaria is a grassroots supporter of the party and has an in-depth knowledge of the constituency. He is a three-time constituency secretary for the constituency; a polling station secretary from 1992-1996, and a Zonal Coordinator from 1996-2008. He believes in consensus politics, a trait that will promote peace, development, and ultimately the fortunes of the party. He has considerable experience in the public sector having worked as the Marketing Officer for YEA and District Manager for NHIS. He holds BA in Management from the University of Cape Coast and an MA in Public Administration from KNUST. |
| EAST GONJA MUNICIPAL | Zakaria IddiHaruna IddrisuAbdulai Habib | The committee recommends Mr. Zakaria Iddi for nomination as MCE. The party is divided into factions in the constituency. Mr. Zakaria Iddi is a neutral person whose nomination may stem the tide and eventually unify the district/constituency for development. The Osafo Marfo and National Security reports recommend the removal of the current MCE. Mr. Zakaria Iddi’s temperament and experience appear to be the ideal replacement. He was the liaison officer for the creation of the new region, a party agent in 2000, a collation agent in 2004, 2008, and 2012 general elections, and a member of the 2020 campaign team. Mr. Zakaria Iddi is a PhD candidate in Social Forestry and Environmental Governance from the University of Energy and Natural Resources; MSc in Local Economic Development from KNUST; and BSc in Agricultural Economics from the University of Ghana. |
| NORTHEAST GONJA DISTRICT | Mohammed Musah TindawuSalifu DramaniAnass Karim | The committee recommends Mr. Mohammed Musah Tindawu for nomination as DCE. Mr. Mohammed Musah Tindawu is an ardent supporter of the party in the constituency. He is team-spirited and has to ability to work well with the party grassroots. He is a problem solver. He is currently the patron for Salaga North Constituency and a member of the 2020, 2012, and 2016 campaign teams. He holds a BA in Sociology from the University of Ghana and an MA in Social Work, New Delhi University, India. |
| SAWLA-TUNA-KALBA | Gbulo TomaBanasco Seidu NuhuAlbert Obraka Wuor | The committee recommends Mr. Gbulo Toma for nomination as DCE. Mr. Gbulo Toma is from the Vugla ethnic group which tends to vote for the party. He enjoys the widespread support of the people and the party executives. Mr. Gbulo Toma has worked extensively for the party in various capacities namely, polling station officer, constituency secretary, and regional financial secretary. He holds MA in Education in Educational Management from the University of Winneba and an MSc in Health Education and Promotion from KNUST. |
| WEST GONJA MUNICIPALITY | Karim Musah KusubariSeidu Abu-JajaAyuba Seidu | The committee recommends Mr. Karim Musah Kusubari for nomination as MCE. Mr. Karim Musah Kusubari is the constituency secretary and has worked very well with the MP. He exemplifies the partnership we need to be successful and to break the eight. He has an in-depth appreciation for the political and development issues facing the district/constituency. He is a Registered Midwife from Goaso Midwifery Training and a Health Assistant, Damango Nursing Training College. |
| NORTH GONJA DISTRICT | Adam EliasuSalifu Simon BabaAdam Thompson | The committee recommends Mr. Adam Eliasu for renomination as DCE. He performed very well, and his renomination may be beneficial for the district. He holds a BA in Economics and Information from the University of Ghana and a MA in Local Economic Development from the Institute of Local Government. The committee also humbly recommends the appointment of a perceived leader in the Tampilma community, a two-time parliamentary candidate for the party, and immediate past deputy regional minister, Mr. Samuel Tika, to a position to appease the minority Tampilma group. This community tends to vote for the NPP. In the 2020 general elections, they voted over 60% for the party. |
| NORTHEAST REGION | ||
| DISTRICT | SELECTED APPLICANTS | JUSTIFICATION |
| WEST MAMPRUSI | Issahaku Arimeyaw Somo Lucky BasintaleJoshua KwaraSulemana Zibzillah | The committee recommends Mr. Issahaku Arimeyaw Somo Lucky Basintale for renomination as MCE. Mr. Issahaku Arimeyaw Somo Lucky Basintale has done a phenomenal job as MCE. He is driven, youthful and embodies the ambitions of the people. His expressed vision includes attracting investment to West Mamprusi. He has held various positions in the party namely—polling station agent, member of elections campaign Team, TESCON Vice President, and TESCON President. He holds BSc in Integrated Development Studies from the University of Development Studies. |
| CHEREPONI | Kofi Salifu OrlandoZuweiratu Mada NashiruLambini Kombat Sakab | The committee recommends Mr. Kofi Salifu Orlando for nomination as DCE. Mr. Kofi Salifu Orlando was very instrumental in the 2020 general elections. He worked very closely with the MP and party executives for the success of the party. He has made accelerating development and peace in the district his utmost priority. He was the deputy constituency secretary from 2001 to 2009 and the substantive Constituency Secretary from 2009 to 2013. He holds a BA in Education Psychology from the University of Cape Coast. |
| BUNKPURUGU | Joseph LouknaanAbdul-Majeed Azumah DuutiEmmanuel Dokin Seidu | The committee recommends Mr. Joseph Louknaan for nomination as DCE. Mr. Joseph Louknaan is currently the planning officer of the district. He is the patron of the NPP Loyal Ladies and the V20 coordinator, he was a TESCON secretary in school and the constituency IT coordinator in the 2012 general elections. He holds an MSc in Development Planning and Management from KNUST and BA in Integrated Development Studies from the University of Development Studies. |
| MAMPRUGU/MOAGDURI | Adam AbuKande Ibrahim AdjeiAmadu Iddi Nachi-Naba | The committee recommends Mr. Adam Abu for renomination as DCE. Mr. Adam Abu is a unifier, hardworking and his nomination will bode well for the district. He did tremendously well as the DCE and appear to have the support of the people and the party structures. He is a problem solver, passionate, and highly energetic. He was among other things served as the constituency secretary, constituency communications director, collation agent in 2016, Party Agent as well as Chairman for NPP Mamprugu Youth Network in 2016. He holds an Advanced Diploma from the Institute of Commercial Management – UK. Check and update education if any |
| EAST MAMPRUSI | Elijah Abdulai SulemanRashida MahamaJimbi Cyban Issahaku Adams | The committee recommends Mr. Elijah Suleman Abdulai for nomination as DCE. Mr. Elijah Suleman Abdulai is an active grassroots operative of the party. He considers the development of the party and district as his motivation to serve. He is deemed a unifier, and his appointment may help unify the district/constituency from the emergence of factions in the constituency. He holds BSc in Renewable Natural Resources Management from KNUST. |
| YUNYOO-NASUAN | Konlan BitianJoseph Soayam MambilimbaDahamani Dabo | The committee recommends Mr. Konlan Bitian for nomination as DCE. Kolan is seen as a unifier, one who could foster a good relationship between the Kokombas and Mamprusis. He currently holds a position as the constituency organizer and campaigned vigorously for the success of the party in the 2020 general elections. His hard work won for the party 13 out of the 14 polling stations in the Bimoba Zone assigned to him. He holds BA in Education and Diploma in Basic Education from the University of Cape Coast. |
| NORTHERN REGION | ||
| DISTRICT | SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS | JUSTIFICATION |
| YENDI MUNICIPALITY | Zakaria Abubakari SaddiqAlhaji Ahmed Yussuf AbubakarFusheini B. Zakaria | The committee recommends Mr. Zakaria Abubakari Saddiq for nomination as MCE. He eloquently explained how he can help maintain peace and security in the Municipality. He helped the MP in various ways during the 2020 elections in which the MP has acknowledged. He was the collation officer in the 2020 elections. Mr. Sadiq provided much of the logistics needed for the collation center. He adopted several youth groups and polling stations in the constituency. He is also a TESCON Patron for the University of Education. He is a PhD candidate in Mathematics, at UDS. He holds an MBA in IT Management from Paris Graduate School of Management; and an M.Ed. in Mathematics from the University of Winneba. |
| NANTON DISTRICT | Abdulai MurtadaAlhaji Abdul-Karim IddrisuMohammed Jamal Abdul-Nassir | The committee recommends Abdulai Murtada for nomination as DCE. He has the vision of consolidating the gains of the party by building a strong relationship between the MP, DCE, constituency executives, and the traditional leaders. He has worked actively for the party since 2000. He campaigned well for the MP and the Party. He is presently the constituency secretary, a former research officer, and an electoral area coordinator. He is the Assembly Member for Nantong Limam Fong. He holds BA in Education from the University of Education, Winneba. |
| KARAGA DISTRICT | Iddrisu Mohammed SaaniAlhassan YabdowAlhaji Kaleem M. Ibrahim | The committee recommends Mr. Iddrisu Mohammed Saani for nomination as DCE. Mr. Iddrisu Mohammed Saani expressed a vision to work with all stakeholders to fight extreme poverty and promote development. He referred to introducing modern farming techniques, education, and improve healthcare access as measures he will prioritize. He expressed himself very well and showed detailed knowledge of the issues confronting the district/constituency party. He served the party from his school days as a TESCON Secretary at Bimbila Training College. He was the zonal coordinator and finance committee member of the 2020 general elections campaign. He holds a BSc in Statistics from UDS and Diploma in Basic Education from E.P. College of Education, Bimbilla. |
| TOLON | Fuseini Salifu Issifu MoshieDokurugu IbrahimYakubu Balchisu | The committee recommends Mr. Fuseini Salifu Issifu Moshie for nomination as DCE. Mr. Fuseini Salifu Issifu appears to understand the challenges facing the district/constituency compare with the other applicants. He is a long-standing member of the party. He presents himself as a father figure to party members in the Nyaankpala Zone, a zone with the highest number of polling stations in the constituency. He defended the party in the Nyaankpala zone at the height of the chieftaincy disputes. Due to his perseverance and hard work, the party increased its votes in the 2020 general elections in the Nyaankpala zone. Mr. Fusheini was a member of the 2020 general elections campaign team and secretary to the Chiefs and Traditional Leaders Committee. He holds a Certificate in Agriculture from Ejura Agricultural College. Check and update education if any |
| NANUMBA SOUTH | Issifu ZakariaAlhassan Abubakar Suadiku Fuseini Zakaria | The committee recommends Mr. Issifu Zakaria for nomination as DCE. Mr. Yussif Zakaria demonstrated considerable knowledge of local government issues when he appeared before the committee. He also has a good understanding of the grassroots dynamics of the party and how to tackle them. His drive and commitment to the party were unaffected when he was not chosen as the DCE in 2017. He was a member of the 2020 general elections campaign team. Mr. Yussif has served as the constituency secretary. In 2013, he stepped down as Secretary in the interest of peace. He holds M.A in Communication Studies and BA in Management Studies, both from the University of Cape Coast. |
| NANUMBA NORTH MUNICIPALITY | Abdulai YakubuBawa Alidu AlaziZiblim Nantogmah | The committee recommends Mr. Abdulai Yakubu for re-nomination as MCE. Mr. Abdulai Yakubu worked well with the tripod, and that contributed to the relative peace and effective collaboration with the party executives and MP. His doors were always opened to all. He worked hard to ensure that the party did not only win the seat but also increase its vote share. He holds BBA in Human Resource Management from Laweh Open University College and Dip. In Finance and Accounting. (Specify the school where he obtained the Diploma) |
| TATALE-SANGULI | James Cecil YanwubeTayer Maxmillan GmayasanbeElizabeth Ajua Mahama | The committee recommends Mr. James Cecil Yanwube for nomination as DCE. He is a former MP for the constituency. He mobilized the Basara voters for the 2020 general elections, and the result shows an increased vote outturn for the party. He visited the constituency every month to campaign for the party. He is seen as the father in the Basara community. His nomination will achieve tribal balance, given that, the MP is a Konkomba. He holds ACCA qualification and an MBA from the University of Lincolnshire & Humberside, London. (Check and update first degree) |
| SAGNARIGU MUNICIPALITY | Yakubu Ahmed MohammedYakubu Abdallah IddrisuHusein Yunus Alhassan | The committee recommends Mr. Yakubu Ahmed Mohammed for nomination as MCE. Mr. Yakubu Ahmed Mohammed contributed to the 2020 general elections. He knows the constituencies that constitute the municipality. He is seen by all groups and stakeholders as an objective and hardworking person. He enjoys the support of the chiefs, the youth, and the majority of the party executives from the two constituencies. He has served the party in the following roles— Polling station chairman, research, and research and elections officer (verify from the CV) in Sagnarigu. He holds MPhil in Innovation Communication from UDS and B.Ed. in Guidance and Counselling from the University of Education, Winneba. |
| ZABZUGU DISTRICT | Ahmed Abubakari-IddrisuHamdia Shahadu Alhassan Tobzoi Nasamu Zakari | The committee recommends Mr. Ahmed Abubakari Iddrisu for renomination as MCE. Mr. Ahmed Abubakari Iddrisu is the current DCE. He did well with the management of the tripod. His inter-personal relationship attracted more people to the party, a key contributor to the constituency’s success in the general elections. He is a regular visitor to the district to interact with the people. He demonstrated skills and knowledge of the local government system and related development issues. Mr. Ahmed was a member of the Northern Region Communications Team and a patron of TESCON in Bagabaga College of Education He holds M.Ed. in English and B.Ed. in English, both from the University of Cape Coast. |
| SAVELUGU MUNICIPALITY | Aliyu Issahaku Gbambegu Dr. Salifu Alhassan NantogmaHajia Ayishetu Seidu | The committee recommends Mr. Aliyu Issahaku Gbambegu for nomination as MCE. He worked hard during the 2020 elections and finances party activities. He has appreciable knowledge of local governance. He relates well with the grassroots. Several stakeholders in the constituency have spoken well of Mr. Aliyu. He was the 2020 V-20 Coordinator and a former Parliamentary aspirant for Savelugu. He is a government appointee to the assembly. He holds MA in Human Resource Management and BSc. in Agriculture both from the University of Cape Coast. |
| KUMBUNGU DISTRICT | Abdul Salam Hamza FatawAbdulai Mohammed SaaniBangahan Yakubu Sulemana | The committee recommends Mr. Abdul Salam Hamza Fataw for renomination as DCE. He is the current DCE, whose candidacy helped doubled the party’s votes in the 2020 general elections. He expressed a vision to accelerate development for the people. He served as the constituency secretary from 2005 to 2017. He holds a Diploma in Basic Education, B.Ed. in Education from University of Education Winneba |
| KPANDAI DISTRICT | Atta Emmanuel K. TatablataLadur Joseph KinyobanJames KpajalJato Taligma Kennedy | No decision yet |
| MION DISTRICT | Samuel Kwesi Negin MahamaAminu IddrisuAbdul Rauf Damba | The committee recommends Mr. Mahama Negin Kwasi Samuel for nomination as DCE. He is a grassroots person and has an in-depth knowledge of the district and constituency. He was the PC for the constituency in 2004 and 2008, and marginally lost to the N He was also a member of the 2020 campaign team. He holds a Diploma in Basic Education from the University of Education, Winneba. |
| SABOBA DISTRICT | Amadu Mohammed FaisalGnafori Konibiyab JacobTorbi Daniel Ujoranyi | The committee recommends Mr. Amadu Mohammed Faisal for nomination as DCE. Mr. Amadu Mohammed Faisal understands the local government system well. He has a good working relationship with almost all the clans in the district. Though, a Moshie, he speaks the Konkomba language well. He is the son of the current Chief Imam of Saboba. He supported the 2020 campaign effectively. He is a member of NPP London Branch, NPP UK-Northern Ireland, a former TESCON Secretary, and a polling station agent. He is a PhD Candidate in Communications, Media and Local Governance Studies, at the University of Westminster in London He holds MPhil in Development Studies from the University of Development Studies, Tamale. |
| GUSHEGU DISTRICT | Yaja Dawuni RobertMohammed InusahMusah Issah | The committee recommends Mr. Yaja Dawuni Robert for nomination as DCE. He was the Campaign Coordinator for the Konkomba Zone. He is a long-standing member of the party and the presiding member of the Gushegu Assembly. He holds BA in Education from the University of Cape Coast and a Diploma in Basic Education from Dambai College of Education. |
| TAMALE METROPOLIS | Alhassan M. OldmanAbubakari Sham-Una GhaziAbdul-Ganiyu AhmedHajia Sayibu AmamaMusah MutawakiluFuseini IddrisuAbdallah Pegu ShamsudeenFuseini Mohammed SaaniYakubu YussifSalifu SuleIssahaka SahadatuBright Oteng-Henneh | No decision |
| KARAGA DISTRICT | Iddrisu Mohammed SaaniAlhassan YabdowKaleem M. Ibrahim | The committee recommends Mr. Iddrisu Mohammed Saani for nomination as DCE. Mr. Saani campaigned strongly for the party in the overseas’ zones in 2020, as a member of the constituency campaign team. He served as TESCON deputy communication secretary as well as the secretary to the 2012 general elections’ finance committee. He holds a BSc in Statistics from UDS and Diploma in Basic Education from E.P. College of Education. |
| OTI REGION | ||
| DISTRICT | SELECTED APPLICANTS | JUSTIFICATION |
| KADJEBI DISTRICT | Wilson AgbanyoRebecca Justina A. Okyerewaa OkyereTassah Abubakar Safiwu | The committee recommends Mr. Wilson Agbanyo for nomination as DCE. The nomination of a Ewe will bode well for the party and its fortunes among the majority Ewe group in the constituency. Mr. Agbanyo is an active member of the party, and he campaigned vigorously for success in the 2020 general elections. He indicated that he would work to ensure increased IGF and drive local development initiatives. He plans to make the party attractive, particularly to the Ewe community. Mr. Agbanyo was the constituency organizer from 2001 to 2005, two-time constituency research officer 2009 to 2013 and 2014 to 2018, head of the collation center in 2020, and the leader of the D-Day operations. He holds MA in Human Resource Management and a BA in Religion & Classics, both from the University of Cape Coast. |
| BIAKOYE DISTRICT | Freeman Adolph DankwaAganu Christian BaduDaniel KorsinahComfort A. Attah | No decision yet |
| JASIKAN MUNICIPALITY | Elizabeth Kessewaah Anim AdjornorSeidu MusahWilliam Kwasi Agyei | The committee recommends Madam Elizabeth Kessewaah Anim for nomination as MCE. Madam Elizabeth Kessewaah is an intelligent lady who has worked and continues to do so passionately for the growth and attractiveness of the party. She is well connected and will use her networks to gradually help Buem to become a business hub in the Oti Region. She discussed a plan to establish an apprenticeship center to train the unemployed youth in ventures built around the natural resource endowment of the area. She was the D-Day coordinator for the 2020 general elections and the constituency secretary. Madam Anim was a Tescon Women Organizer while studying at the Jasikan College of Education. She holds BA in Education from the University of Education, Winneba. |
| KRACHI EAST MUNICIPALITY | Abubakari SalifuKoki Timothy KwasiCollins Yaw Ahenkorah | The committee recommends Mr. Abubakari Salifu for nomination MCE. Mr. Abubakari Salifu worked spiritedly for the party in the 2020 general elections. He is singled out as the one person, who does not belong to factions or camps in the constituency. He relates well with everyone, a tendency that could be leveraged to unify and grow the party. Traditional authorities in the constituency have given very good remarks about him saying, his nomination will promote peace and unity in the constituency. Mr. Abubakari is the Organizer for Oti Region. He was the constituency organizer for two terms, assistant secretary, and a TESCON secretary in Legon. He holds MA in Leadership and Development and BA in Administration. |
| KRACHI NCHUMURU DISTRICT | Kwasi Nkrumah OgyileAugustine Appiah KwasiInnocent Kakateche Tachie | The committee recommends Mr. Kwasi Nkrumah Ogyile for nomination as DCE. Mr. Kwasi Nkrumah Ogyile has an in-depth knowledge of the local issues and has worked and continues to work to improve the fortunes of the party in the constituency. As the chairman, he embraced the PC and worked for the success of the party in the 2020 general elections. He has fairly good working relations with the party executives, the youth, and chiefs and elders. Holds BSc in Electrical Engineering from KNUST. On the account of testimonies by party people, the committee humbly recommends that Mr. Innocent Katatchi, the 2020 PC, is appointed to a position to help resource him for the general elections in 2024. |
| KRACHI WEST MUNICIPALITY | Peter KrahAhmed Babah AlhassanDouglas OseiKwame Ogyadu DonkorJelullah Emmanuel Kajal | No decision yet. |
| NKWANTA SOUTH MUNICIPALITY | Lenwah Bright KwameFelix Owusu-GyimahThasun John | The committee recommends Mr. Lenwah Bright Kwame for renomination as MCE. Mr. Lenwah Bright Kwame was impressive at the vetting. He demonstrated superior knowledge of party affairs and local government administration. He shared a vision that focuses on mobilizing local resources to promote socio-economic development. He was the Oti Regional collation agent for the 2020 general elections. He holds a BA in Environmental and Resource Management from the University of Development Studies. |
| NKWANTA NORTH DISTRICT | Nawugma Kidinang WilliamTriko Ogan EmmanuelManiin Simon | The committee recommends Nawugma Kidinang William for nomination as DCE. He is a three-time constituency secretary, very well-liked, and has an in-depth knowledge of the constituency. He was instrumental in the 2020 general elections which saw the NPP votes increased exponentially. He holds a BSc in Agri-Business from E.P. University College and a Diploma in Basic Education from the University of Cape Coast. |
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| DISTRICT | SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS | JUSTIFICATION |
| KPANDO MUNICIPALITY | Geoffrey Kodzo BadasuAntoinette OkluEric Legacy Fiah | The committee recommends Mr. Badasu Kodzo Geoffrey for nomination as MCE. He intends to make NPP more visible and attractive in the constituency. He was the Constituency Secretary from 2008 to 2016. He was also the Constituency Campaign Manager in the 2012 campaign. He is currently the Acting Scheme Manager for NHIS in Kpando as well as the NHIS Monitoring and Evaluation Officer for the Volta Region. He holds an MBA and a B.Ed. in population and Family Life, both from the University of Cape Coast. |
| NORTH DAYI DISTRICT | Edmund Attah KudjohDaniel Kasu KomlaSena Aku Apawu-Bri | The committee recommends Mr. Edmund Attah Kudjoh for renomination as DCE. He is well-grounded in local politics. He relates well with executives, chiefs, and the youth. He has in-depth knowledge of local government and decentralization. He was the former constituency chairman. He holds an MA in Development Studies and a BA in Classics and Philosophy both from the University of Cape Coast. |
| AFADZATO SOUTH DISTRICT | James Etornam FloluDelali Yawo NdoBenjamin Kwaku Tefe | The committee recommends Mr. Etornam James Flolu for renomination as DCE. He has good communication skills which he used in unifying the constituency. He has a very good rapport with his constituents. He is the incumbent who has done well for the party and the district as DCE. He holds BA in Political Science and Information Studies from the University of Ghana. |
| HOHOE MUNICIPALITY | George Kofi Boateng Kenneth Kodzo AyimNoble Daniel Awimey | The committee recommends Mr. George Kofi Boateng for nomination as MCE. Mr. George Kofi Boateng has a strong relationship with the party grassroots. He has held positions such as PC for Hohoe in the 2000 general elections, Regional Secretary from 2009 to 2014, Director of Research for the 2008 Campaign Team, and a member of the 2020 Election Campaign Team. The current DCE cannot be retained because of the SALL issue. He holds BA in Social Science from KNUST. |
| AKATSI NORTH DISTRICT | Ofosu Simon Peter Kofi Prosper Patu KofiPaul Agbesi Ayrah | The committee recommends Mr. Ofosu Simon Peter Kofi for nomination as DCE. Mr. Kofi Simon Peter was the immediate past PC. He performed well for the party and given the opportunity; he would contribute to the fortunes of the party. He has an M.Phil. in Development Studies from the University of Cape Coast, MA in Humanities, and BA in Psychology from UCC. |
| AKATSI SOUTH DISTRICT | Martin Kofitsey NyaheFelix-Ham Kwashie NugorLeo – Nelson Adzidogah | The committee recommends Mr. Martin Kotitsey Nyahe for nomination as DCE. Mr. Martin Kotitsey Nyahe is a very good mobilizer. He is also the former constituency chairman. He is a grassroots man who commands the respect of community leaders and the larger constituency. He holds a GCE Advanced Level from St. Paul Secondary School. |
| ADAKLU DISTRICT | Bright Kwame NyatsikorJuliana KpedekpoAaron Feron Fenuku | The committee recommends Mr. Bright Kwame Nyatsikor for nomination as DCE. He has an impressive understanding of the local political and development issues. He exhibited a potential to improve the party’s gain in the district. The current DCE failed to provide accurate information on the number of polling stations in the constituency and other vital information on the 2020 elections. It was clear he never participated in the elections. He is pursuing an MA in Development Communication at the Ghana Institute Journalism and BSc. in Agric Engineering from KNUST. |
| CENTRAL TONGU DISTRICT | Raymond Escambellar AbleduEbenezer Kwadzo AzumahMoore Zonyrah | The committee recommends Mr. Raymond Escambella Abledu for nomination as DCE. Mr. Raymond Abledu was the immediate 2020 PC for the constituency. He significantly improved the votes of the party in the last elections. He is determined to improve the fortunes of the party. He is conversant with the district/constituency and relates well with the chiefs, the youth, and the constituency executives. He holds an MBA from the Australia Institute of Business and a BA in Psychology and Linguistics from the University of Ghana. |
| SOUTH DAYI DISTRICT | Kumfo Joy DelaliGodwin Dzadzawa KwameErnest Patrick Mallet | The committee recommends Mr. Kumfo Joy Delali for nomination DCE. He is a very enthusiastic person who can be nurtured as a future PC. He enjoys widespread support among the youth, party executives, and opinion leaders. He has shown commitment and ability to improve the fortunes of the government and party in the district/constituency. He was a TESCON President and a current Treasurer and communications team member of the South Dayi Constituency. He holds a BSc in Computer Science, from UDS. |
| KETU NORTH MUNICIPALITY | Enoch AmegbletorGabriel Kwasi AwuduAnthony Avorgbedor | The committee recommends Mr. Enoch Amegbletor for nomination as DCE. He is very articulate and dynamic. He presented an impressive vision for the district. He is a former Regional Communication Officer as well as Deputy Youth Organizer for the party. He holds an LLB and MA in Communication from the Ghana Institute of Journalism. |
| ANLO DISTRICT | Edward Kwadzo EddahAdranyi Joseph KujoSeth Kwashie Yormewu | The committee recommends Mr. Edward Kwadzo Eddah for nomination as DCE. Mr. Edward Edda was the PC for the party in 2016. He is eloquent and communicates government policies well. Mr. Edward Edda is the comprised candidate between the current DCE and the constituency executives. He is in good standing relates well with the party grassroots in the constituency. The current DCE is embroiled in an ongoing EOCO case. Mr. Edward Edda was the first vice Chairman of the then Keta constituency from 2000 to 2004. He holds an MA in Public Administration from the University of Ghana; a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration from GIMPA; and a BA in Political Science and Psychology from the University of Ghana. |
| KETU SOUTH MUNICIPALITY | Elliot Edem AgbenorwuMaxwell Koffie LugudorJarvis Koffie | The committee recommends Mr. Elliot Edem Agbenorwu for nomination as MCE. Mr. Edem Agbenorwu worked effectively in the last elections for the percentage of the party to increase. Per his interaction with the committee, he can become the PC, for the party in the next elections. He is a Communication Team Member. He was the constituency Assistant Secretary from 2009 to 2013. He holds an MBA from KNUST and BA in Economics from the University of Cape Coast. |
| KETA MUNICIPALITY | Benjamin Sena DzameshieCourage Hope Goldberg-Grimm Lekettey | The committee recommends Mr. Benjamin Sene Dzameshie for nomination as DCE. He is the immediate past PC of the party who did very well for the party. He is a medical officer who used his profession to help the party increase its votes in the 2020 general elections. He can also be a good candidate for the party in the 2024 general elections. He is a founding member of TESCON at the Nursing & Midwifery Training College in Keta. He holds MPhil. Applied Epidemiology, University of Health and Allied Science; MBBS/MD, Crimea State Medical University (Russia). |
| AGORTIME ZIOPE DISTRICT | Perry Kwashie NuworduHarrison Loveson Komla DzrekeStephen Adjah | The committee recommends Mr. Perry Kwashie Nuwordu for nomination as DCE. He is a long-standing member of the party who is known in the constituency. He worked very well for the party in the 2020 elections. He relates well with all the stakeholders in the party in the constituency. He appears to have a workable plan to improve opportunities for growth in the district. He holds a Post Graduate LLB from GIMPA and BSc. in Administration from the University of Cape Coast. |
| HO WEST | Ernest Victor ApauBernard Kwaku Torwoe SetsoafiaEric Nick Yao Gonyuie | The committee recommends Mr. Ernest Victor Apau for renomination as DCE. He is well versed in the administrative procedures of local governance. He knows the district/ constituency dynamics well. He campaigned well for the party in the 2020 general elections. He was Constituency Chairman for Ho West from 2015-2017. A Member of the Regional Communication Team from 2008 to date. He was a former Youth Organizer for Ho West from 2002 to 2005. He holds an MA in Public Administration and a BSc. in Business Administration from the University of Ghana. |
| HO MUNICIPALITY | Bright Kwame Sedoame DohDivine Richard Komla BossonSamuel Attachie-Anku | The committee recommends Mr. Bright Kwame Sedoame Doh for nomination as MCE. He was eloquent on local governance issues and possess a working knowledge of the constituency Tripod. He contributed appreciably to the 2020 general election campaign. He relates well with the constituents especially, constituency executives and chiefs. He is the current Secretary of the constituency and former government Appointee to the Ho Municipal Assembly from 2017 to 2019. He holds MSc in Project Management, BSc in Construction Technology from KNUST. |
| NORTH TONGU | Shabanton Moses Kwesi DutsrogbeDivine Osborn Fenu KwadzoRichard Collins Arku | The committee recommends Shabanton Moses Kwesi Dutsrogbe for nomination as DCE. He is a good organizer and has a demonstrable track record of mobilizing the constituency to advance the party’s goals. He has good interpersonal and communication skills. He has since 2018, been part of a team that periodically trains NABCO trainees and also served as a presiding officer in the 2008 and 2012 general elections. He has served the party in the following roles: current regional research and elections officer, constituency secretary, and TESCON president. Mr. Dutsrogbe holds a BA in Communication Studies from the Ghana Institute of Journalism. |
| SOUTH TONGU | Ahadzie JosephSeth Kwasi AgbiEmmanuel Louis Agama | The committee recommends Mr. Ahadzie Joseph for nomination as DCE. Mr. Joseph Ahadzie showed in-depth knowledge of the dynamics of local political issues. Since 1992, the NPP votes for both Presidential and Parliamentary have never surpassed 4,000. But with the tireless efforts of Mr. Ahadzie, the parliamentary votes moved from 3,595 to 10,272. Mr. Ahadzie was the parliamentary candidate for the party in the 2020 general elections. He was the district manager for NHIA in South Tongu from 2004 to 2014. Mr. Ahadzie holds an MA in Business Administration from KNUST and BSc in Tourism from the University of Cape Coast. |
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| DISTRICT | SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS | JUSTIFICATION |
| SEFWI WIASO MUNICIPALITY | Benjamin OppongGolly Antwi-BoasiakoLouis Owusu-Agyepong | The Committee recommends Mr. Benjamin Oppong for nomination as MCE. He has served the party very well in several capacities. These include polling station secretary, constituency research and elections officer, and assistant constituency secretary. He is the current constituency secretary. He is active, energetic, and a great mobilizer for the party. He was campaign coordinator in the 2016 elections and handled campaign operations in the 2020 elections in the constituency. Benjamin Oppong holds a Diploma in Basic Education, BSc. in Information Communication Technology, and BBA Management, all from the University of Education, Winneba. |
| BIBIANI AHWIASO BEKWAI MUNICIPALITY | Joseph Halifax AmandehAlfred AmoahMichael GyamprahKorsah Kofi AnanePaul Andoh | No decision |
| SEFWI AKONTOMBRA DISTRICT | Yawson AmoahFrederick CoffieJames Mintah Adusei | The Committee recommends Mr. Yawson Amoah for renomination as DCE. He has served as constituency secretary for two terms. He worked very hard in the last four years as DCE and cooperated with the MP and the constituency executives resulting in the victory of the party in both presidential and parliamentary elections. He holds a BA in Social Science from the University of Cape Coast. |
| JUABOSO DISTRICT | Godfred Kwabena AgyeiMaxwell QuansahStephen Affum Kroko | The Committee recommends Mr. Godfred Kwabena Agyei for renominationas DCE. Mr. Godfred Kwabena Agyei was a constituency chairman of the party, a former Assembly member, and a Presiding Member. He played a leading role in the 2020 elections. His nomination will ensure stronger connections between the Assembly, the party, and the general population. He holds HND in purchasing and supply from the Institute of Management Studies. |
| BODI DISTRICT | Samuel Opoku NyameIgnatius Akwasi AmankwahVictor Nkrumah ArthurFrancis Kwasi Atta-Owusu | No decision yet. |
| AOWIN MUNICIPALITY | Stephen Owusu ArmahFelix Foster AckahIsaac OforiSamuel Adu-Gyamfi | No decision yet. |
| SUAMAN DISTRICT | Paul BoahenPhilip Kwabena BoahenChristian Baah | The Committee recommends Mr. Paul Boahen for nomination as DCE. He is a former Polling Station Secretary, Assistant Constituency Secretary from 2004 to 2013, and Constituency Secretary from 2013 to date, and a government appointee to the Assembly since 2017. He holds Teachers Certificate A, BA of Education in Ghanaian Language, and a candidate for Master of Education in English Language from the University of Education, Winneba. |
| BIA WEST DISTRICT | Bernard Gyebi BlayAnthony Marshall ArpohJohn Koah | The Committee recommends Mr. Bernard Gyebi Blay for nomination as DCE. Mr. Bernard Gyebi Blay is the first vice-chairman of the party and the PC for the 2020 parliamentary elections and increased the party’s vote share. The incumbent DCE looks tired and less capable of mobilizing support for the party in the area. Mr. Blay is expected to take advantage of the position to prepare for the 2024 general elections. Gyebi Blay brings to the role a commitment to build consensus through proactive engagement. He holds BSc. in Accounting from Central University College and an MBA in Project Management from GIMPA. |
| BIA EAST DISTRICT | The Committee recommends Mr. Nicholas Kupog Yayin for nomination as DCE. He was the 2020 PC for the party in the constituency and his performance was impressive. He closed the almost seven thousand (7000) vote difference between the NDC and NPP PC in 2016 to just two thousand (2000) votes in 2020. He holds BSc in Economics and Business Administration and has worked in the cocoa industry as District Manager of Cocoa Merchant Ghana Ltd and the Nyonkopa Cocoa Buying Ltd in the Western North Region and has built a working relationship the grassroots and cocoa farmers thus, his nomination would help strengthen the party in the district. | |
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| DISTRICT | SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS | JUSTIFICATION |
| SEKONDI-TAKORADI METROPOLITAN | Abdul-Mumin Issah | The Committee recommends Mr. Abdul-Mumin Issah forrenomination as MCE. Abdul-Mumin Issah is a former Chairman of the party in the Takoradi Constituency from 1997 to 2008. He is the current MCE who from all indications has acquitted himself creditably. He plans to improve job opportunities for the youth and decongest the city of Sekondi-Takoradi of haulage trucks that park on the roadside and drive the 1D1F agenda if he is renominated. He holds BA in Nautical Science, a Certificate of Competence in Lifeboat Manning, and a Certificate of Competence in Proficiency in Survival Techniques from the Cyprus Maritime Academy. |
| EFFIA KWESIMINTSIM MUNICIPALITY | Kojo Acquah | The Committee recommends Mr. Kojo Acquah for renomination as the MCE. Kojo Acquah has a background in Alternative Dispute Resolution. He was appointed as MCE in August 2018 following the creation of the Municipal Assembly. He has worked and lived in the municipality since 1988. He has worked in several political and voluntary service capacities namely, Assemblyman for Sofo Zongo (2002-2006), Constituency Organizer from 1993 to 1997, Regional Organizer from 2001 to 2008, and Deputy National Organizer from 2010 to 2014. He was part of the regional and constituency campaign team in 2016 and 2020. He holds a G.C.E. O’Level Certificate from Dunkwa Universal Technical School. Please verify education |
| MPOHOR DISTRICT | Ignatius Asaah Mensah | The Committee recommends Mr. Ignatius Asaah Mensah for nomination DCE. He enjoys the support of most of the constituency executives and played a crucial role in the reconciliation efforts that united the various factions emerging from the primaries. Holds BA of Education in Psychology and LLB from the University of Cape Coast and Mountcrest University College respectively. |
| SHAMA DISTRICT | Ebenezer DadzieJoseph AmoahJoseph C. Garbrah | The Committee recommends Mr. Ebenezer Dadzie for renomination as the DCE Mr. Dadzie worked for the party as Polling Station Secretary from 2002 to 2008. He is the current research and elections officer, and a former constituency secretary. Mr. Dadzie appears to have performed creditably as DCE. He has shown motivation to work to realize the president’s vision to create jobs. Holds HND in Accounting from Cape Coast Technical University and BA in Commerce from UCC. |
| WASSA EAST DISTRICT | Emmanuel BoakyeGodfred Okyere-Owusu | The Committee recommends Mr. Emmanuel Boakye for nomination as DCE. He has been the Constituency Chairman from 2013 to date. Mr. Boakye’s vision includes access to senior high school education through the building of additional senior high schools to complement the only one in the district and the establishment of a cassava processing factory in the area to create jobs for the youth. Emmanuel Boakye holds the General Certificate of Education and Diploma in Business Administration. Verify and update education |
| TARKWA-NSUAEM MUNICIPALITY | Benjamin KessieFrancis Arisi EliasonIsaac Blay | The Committee recommends Mr. Benjamin Kessie for renomination asMCE. Mr. Kessie is a hardworking MCE who from all accounts contributed to the victory of the party in the 2020 general elections. He is a three-term former Assemblymember of the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality from 2010-2019 and former Presiding Member from 2017 to 2019. He has also served as constituency secretary for three terms from 2009 to date. Mr. Kessie holds a Certificate in Marketing, Public Relations and Advertising from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, a Certificate in Safe Management from the University of Mines and Technology, a BA of Education in Foundations of Education UCC, and also MA in Governance and Sustainable Development from UCC. |
| PRESTEA HUNI-VALLEY MUNICIPALITY | Dr. Isaac Dasmani | The committee recommends Dr. Isaac Dasmani for renomination as MCE. He has a good wor |
