Bawumia Throws Weight Behind Baba Ali for Ayawaso East
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially announced Baba Ali Yussif as its parliamentary candidate for the Ayawaso East by-election, scheduled for March 3, 2026. According to Daily Graphic, the announcement was made after extensive consultations with key stakeholders, and Baba Ali Yussif, the current Constituency Secretary of the party, was unanimously acclaimed by delegates.
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the NPP flagbearer, has thrown his full support behind Baba Ali Yussif, expressing confidence that he will emerge victorious in the by-election. The party is rallying behind Baba Ali, touting him as the best candidate to secure victory in the traditionally NDC-leaning constituency.
Baba Ali Yussif is a seasoned educator and one of the longest-serving Constituency Secretaries in the Greater Accra Region. He is known for his humility, dedication, and service to the community, making him a strong contender for the seat.
The Ayawaso East by-election is expected to be keenly contested, with the NDC facing internal tensions and allegations of bribery and vote-buying. The NPP, on the other hand, is presenting a united front, with its members and supporters rallying behind Baba Ali Yussif.
The party’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, has appealed to voters in the constituency to support Baba Ali, citing his potential to restore hope, effective representation, and prosperity to the area. According to GhanaWeb, the NPP views the by-election as not just a contest for a parliamentary seat, but an opportunity to deliver stronger representation to a constituency recently at the center of political attention.
The stage is set for a highly competitive by-election, with the NPP banking on Baba Ali Yussif to secure a crucial victory.
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Author: Korkor Anumu
