Kwabena Owusu Aduomi, the former member of parliament for Ejisu for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has made the decision to run as an independent in the upcoming by-election.

His decision is based on his belief that the current delegates album compromises party integrity and fairness and that the NPP’s National Leadership is unwilling to address important issues surrounding it.

Friday, April 12, 2024, saw the release of a statement by Mr. Owusu Aduomi’s campaign assistant, Nana Osei Bonsu, revealing that the anomalies noted during the Ejisu polling station executive elections had a significant impact on his choice.

These anomalies were judged intolerable in a democratic society, including the claimed random selection of individuals by the late MP of Ejisu, John Kumah, and the NPP Regional Executives.

“The genesis of this decision traces back to the tumultuous Ejisu polling station executive elections, marred by irregularities that would have been deemed unacceptable in any democratic society.

“Rather than adhering to the democratic process, the late MP of Ejisu, with the assistance of the Regional Executives of the NPP, arbitrarily handpicked individuals to fill key positions—a blatant disregard for the party’s constitution and its fundamental principles.

“Such actions have rightfully stirred vehement protests from conscientious party members and stakeholders across the nation. The issue has even found its way into the courts for adjudication, underscoring the gravity of the situation and the need for redress.

“Hon. Owusu-Aduomi’s decision to contest the by-election as an independent candidate underscores his unwavering commitment to upholding democratic values and ensuring transparency and accountability within the party. By refusing to participate in an ostensibly flawed process, he sends a clear message that integrity and fairness must prevail, even at the expense of personal political aspirations.”