Edward Agyekum Kufuor Declares Intention to Contest NPP Parliamentary Primaries in Atwima Nwabiagya North

In an official declaration of intent issued on November 11, 2026, Edward said his decision followed prayerful reflection and consultations, expressing his commitment to serving the people of the constituency through what he described as service, strategy and practical solutions.

Describing Atwima Nwabiagya North as his home, he noted that his father, former President John Agyekum Kufuor, previously served as Member of Parliament for the area before becoming President of Ghana.

However, he stressed that his decision to contest was not based on his family name but on his desire to earn the trust of constituents through hard work and practical solutions to their challenges.

“I return not to trade on a name, but to earn your trust through service, strategy and practical solutions for our people,” he stated.

Outlining his priorities, Edward identified improved road infrastructure, agricultural development, education, healthcare, job creation and youth empowerment as key areas he intends to focus on if given the mandate.

He pledged to champion the construction of motorable feeder roads to connect farming communities to markets, while promoting value addition for cocoa and other food crops to improve the economic fortunes of farmers.

He also highlighted the need to protect the Barekese catchment, which supplies water to Kumasi, alongside improving access to quality schools and healthcare facilities.

On youth development, he promised to support job creation, skills training and enterprise development initiatives that would enable young people to secure meaningful employment and build their livelihoods within their communities.

Edward further placed emphasis on party unity and inclusiveness, describing them as his first commitments ahead of the parliamentary contest.

He pledged to respect all fellow aspirants and work closely with party executives, former and current polling station executives, electoral area coordinators and grassroots members to strengthen the NPP in the constituency.

At the national level, he expressed his readiness to commit his resources, networks and experience to the party’s collective effort to return to power in the 2028 general elections.

He also pledged support for the presidential ambition of former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, as the NPP seeks to regain the presidency and secure a parliamentary majority.

According to him, leadership should be measured by service, strategy and the ability to provide solutions to the challenges facing the people.

“Above all, the needs of the people of Atwima Nwabiagya North come first, before personal ambition or family name,” he added.

Edward said he looked forward to engaging party members, traditional leaders and other stakeholders as he seeks to begin what he described as a new chapter for the constituency.

His declaration was accompanied by the campaign message, “Together, let us build a united, prosperous and proud Atwima Nwabiagya North,” with the slogans AtwimaTwimaKufuor, SolutionsNotSlogans and TheGameChanger.

The declaration marks his formal entry into the race for the NPP parliamentary candidacy in Atwima Nwabiagya North ahead of the 2028 general elections.