By Mildred Siabi-Mensah
Takoradi, Aug. 4, GNA – The New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Steering Committee has overturned the disqualification of Mr Kwasi Bonzoh, popularly known as Bonzo K, from contesting the Western Regional Secretary election of the party.
Mr Bonzoh, a secretary hopeful, was disqualified by the Regional Vetting and Appeals Committees on grounds that he did not possess a degree.
The former Ellembelle District Chief Executive has, however, received the backing of the National Steering Committee following a formal petition challenging his disqualification.
The Committee reviewed the case under Regulation 9 and directed the Western Regional Steering Committee to immediately implement the decision allowing Mr Bonzoh to participate in the election.
Mr Bonzoh has over the years worked extensively for the party, particularly in mobilising grassroots support in the Ellembelle area.
He has also contested the Ellembelle parliamentary seat on four occasions, with all contests won by candidates of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Meanwhile, the 1992 Constitution of Ghana provides that a person of sound mind is eligible to hold public office and does not stipulate academic qualification as a requirement for such positions.
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Edited by Justina Hilda Paaga /Audrey Dekalu
Reporter Mildred Siabi-Mensah