Akan:Delegates of the Akan Constituency of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) have successfully elected 24 new executives to manage the party's activities over the next four years. The election, which took place on Saturday, saw the participation of 1,049 out of 1,069 registered delegates, marking an impressive turnout of approximately 98 percent.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Eric Kwadwo Apeadu was elected as the Constituency Chairman, while Mr. Maxwell Komla Kokroko took on the role of Vice-Chairman. Other key positions were filled by Mr. Abavon Isaac as Secretary and Mr. Philip Obornie as Deputy Secretary. The role of Organiser went to Mr. Jibril Mohammed, with Mr. Dawuda Salifu as his deputy.
Mr. Daniel Ofori was chosen as the Treasurer, accompanied by Mr. Faisal Alhassan as Deputy Treasurer. The position of Women's Organiser was secured by Ms. Happy Mamam, with Ms. Ayisha Ahiale elected as her deputy. Mr. Nuru Alhassan and Mr. Amed Adam were elected as Youth Organiser and Deputy Youth Organiser, respectively, while Mr. Mohammed Keresio was named the Other Youth representative.
The role of Communication Officer was assumed by Mr. Awal Abudu Karim, with Mr. Richmond Ansah as Deputy Communication Officer. Mr. Mutala Ibrahim was elected as the Zongo Caucus Coordinator. Additionally, eight other members, including Mr. Francis Agorde and Ms. Joyce Kokoroko Fato, were elected to serve in various capacities.
Mr. Emmanuel Klu, the Akan Constituency Director of Elections, administered the oaths of office and secrecy to the newly elected executives. He emphasized the importance of unity, diligence, and strengthening the party's grassroots structures to ensure electoral success in the 2028 general elections. The elections were conducted under the supervision of the Electoral Commission's Kadjebi District Office, with Mr. Christian Bokode leading the officials. Security was maintained by police personnel led by Chief Superintendent Frank Nana Asomaning, ensuring a peaceful election process. A total of 63 aspirants competed for the 24 available positions.