 following the passing of Ernest Yaw Kumi of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).){kind=link}
Voters in the Akwatia Constituency are heading to the polls today, Tuesday, September 2, 2025, to elect a new Member of Parliament (MP) following the passing of Ernest Yaw Kumi of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
More than 50,000 registered voters are expected to cast their ballots in what has become a closely watched by-election, with both the ruling NPP and the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) treating the seat as strategically crucial.
The NPP is represented by Solomon Kwame Asumadu, who is seeking to retain the seat for the party, while the NDC has fielded Bernard Bediako Baidoo, hoping to flip the constituency in its favour. Campaigns leading up to the polls have been fierce, with both sides mounting vigorous grassroots and media drives to sway voter sentiment.
To ensure a peaceful and credible process, the Ghana Police Service has deployed more than 5,000 officers across the constituency. Security personnel have been stationed at polling centres, collation centres, and designated flashpoints to prevent violence or intimidation.
Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has assured the public that the massive security presence is purely to safeguard peace. “The officers are here to protect the process, not to intimidate voters,” he emphasized.
The Electoral Commission (EC) has also confirmed that all electoral materials and logistics were dispatched ahead of time to guarantee a smooth exercise. Election observers are on the ground monitoring proceedings to promote transparency and credibility.
Political analysts say the Akwatia contest is more than just a by-election, viewing it as an early test of voter mood ahead of the 2028 general elections. With the constituency known for closely fought electoral battles, the result could provide valuable insight into the strength and appeal of both major parties.