Rebecca Akufo-Addo
Akuapem North Constituency in the Eastern Region will witness intense political activity today, Friday November 22, as major political party stalwarts from both sides converge to campaign for their respective candidates.
The constituency has already seen significant political engagements this year, with Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, visiting in August to support Sammi Awuku, parliamentary candidate for Akuapem North.
First Lady Rebecca Akufo-Addo will join the NPP campaign trail, focusing on traditionally National Democratic Congress (NDC)-dominated areas.
Also, former President John Dramani Mahama, the NDC presidential candidate, is expected to campaign in the constituency, culminating in a major rally at Mampong, Mr. Awuku’s hometown.
Mr. Awuku, for his part, has spent the last two weeks visiting towns and major villages to secure more votes for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
The NDC, meanwhile, appears concerned about Mr. Awuku’s deliberate efforts to penetrate its strongholds, including Adawso, Mangoase, Kwamoso, Tinkrong, and other areas within the constituency.
Security
This convergence of high-profile political figures is expected to pose logistical challenges for the security apparatus as both parties ramp up their activities around the same time.
Mr. Awuku is anticipated to play a leading role in galvanising support for the NPP and Dr. Bawumia, while Mrs. Akufo-Addo is expected to inaugurate a newly constructed clinic for the people of Gbolo Kofi in the Mangoase area.
Additionally, the National Women’s Organiser of the NPP, Kate Gyamfua, is expected to be in the constituency at the same time, engaging with queen mothers and traditional leaders to solicit support for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and Sammi Awuku.
BY Daniel Bampoe
