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Kow Abaka Essuman declares intention to contest Ablekuma West NPP parliamentary primary

Kow Abaka Essuman declares intention to contest Ablekuma West NPP parliamentary primary

Kow Abaka Essuman, former Legal Counsel to ex-President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary primary in the Ablekuma West Constituency. In a statement issued on Saturday, November 7, 2026, which coincides with his birthday, Mr Essuman announced that he had submitted his Expression of Interest to contest the party’s parliamentary primary.

Kow Abaka Essuman, former Legal Counsel to ex-President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary primary in the Ablekuma West Constituency.

In a statement issued on Saturday, November 7, 2026, which coincides with his birthday, Mr Essuman announced that he had submitted his Expression of Interest to contest the party’s parliamentary primary.

He said the decision followed broad consultations within the party, with his family and prayer before God.

He also indicated his commitment to abiding by the party’s directives, including the directive issued on October 11, 2026.Mr Essuman said he was awaiting the party’s official timetable and guidelines for the parliamentary process.

He expressed appreciation to the party’s leadership and members, his family and friends for their support.

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