By Yussif Ibrahim/Muyid Deen Suleman, GNA
Kumasi, Nov. 15, GNA – The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region has elected new regional executives, with incumbent Chairman Augustus Nana Kwasi Andrews retaining his position for a third term.
Mr. Andrews polled 814 votes to defeat his sole challenger, Mr. Isham Alhassan Yaw Bonsu, who secured 622 votes in the elections held at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi.
Mr. Daniel Baah Acheamfour, the immediate past Deputy Regional Secretary, was also elected substantive Regional Secretary after polling 983 votes to beat Mr. Elvis Abima Koka, who obtained 271 votes, and Mr. Samuel Sarfo Duku, who secured 166 votes.
The new executives are expected to strengthen the party’s organizational structures, promote unity, and expand its electoral appeal in the region, traditionally a stronghold of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), ahead of the 2028 general elections.
Other successful candidates included Mr. John Kwaame Jabri, who polled 487 votes to become Vice Chairman, and Ms. Alice Anthony, who won the Deputy Secretary position with 830 votes.
Mr. Abdul Waliu Kabore Mahmud emerged Regional Communication Officer with 1,109 votes, while Mr. James Sukah won the Deputy Communication Officer position with 690 votes.
Mr. Osei Richmond and Mr. Ivan Bilson secured the Regional Organizer and deputy organizer positions with 549 and 290 votes, respectively whiles Mr Mubarik Inusah obtained 596 votes to beat Mr. Naziru Hamza Usman, who polled 512 votes.
Mr. Marvin Philip Frazer Norman and Mr. Prince Attah were elected Regional Treasurer and Deputy Treasurer, respectively, unopposed.
The election, which attracted delegates from all 47 constituencies, was generally peaceful, with a heavy police presence to maintain law and order throughout the exercise.
The newly elected Regional Chairman thanked the delegates for renewing their confidence in his leadership for the third time and pledged to provide inclusive leadership and unite all factions within the party for a common political objective.
He said the new administration would work collectively to advance the interests of the party and support the government’s development agenda in the Ashanti region.
The outcome of the election is expected to set the tone for the NDC’s organizational and political direction in the region in the coming years.
GNA
Edited by Bertha Badu-Agyei/Kenneth Odeng Adade
Reporters: Yussif Ibrahim/Muyid Deen Suleman
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