Meet 5 Ghanaian Media Personalities Who Have Declared Parliamentary Ambitions Ahead of 2028 Elections

Several prominent Ghanaian media personalities are making moves to transition from the newsroom and television studios into Parliament, following declarations of their intentions to contest various parliamentary seats in the 2028 general elections.

The development has brought a number of familiar voices in Ghana’s media landscape into the political spotlight, with some seeking parliamentary tickets from the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Among the personalities are outspoken broadcasters, political commentators and former journalists who have built public recognition through years of media work.

Here are five media personalities who have declared their parliamentary ambitions ahead of the 2028 elections.

1. Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah – Afigya Sekyere East

Ghanaian broadcaster and political commentator Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah is among the media personalities seeking to enter Parliament in 2028.

The outspoken media personality has declared his intention to contest the Afigya Sekyere East parliamentary seat on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Known for his political commentary and discussions on radio and television, Afrifa-Mensah is hoping to secure the party’s nomination to represent the constituency in Parliament.

His decision marks a possible transition from political broadcasting to active participation in partisan politics.

2. Captain Smart – Gomoa West

Popular broadcaster Captain Smart has also announced his intention to pursue a parliamentary career in the Gomoa West Constituency in the Central Region.

The Onua TV presenter initially expressed interest in contesting the seat as an independent candidate but subsequently announced his decision to seek the NDC parliamentary ticket.

Captain Smart has openly declared his ambition to contest and win the party’s parliamentary primaries ahead of the 2028 elections.

His political ambition has also been accompanied by increased involvement in community development activities within Gomoa West.

3. Ohene Amankwah-Gyan – Berekum East

Lawyer and Kessben media personality Ohene Amankwah-Gyan has also joined the list of media figures seeking parliamentary representation.

He has declared his intention to contest the NPP parliamentary primaries in the Berekum East Constituency in the Bono Region.

Amankwah-Gyan’s entry adds another familiar media personality to the growing number of broadcasters and commentators seeking to translate their public profiles into political representation.

4. Samuel Kojo Brace (Ahanta Pele) – Ahanta West

Former Joy News presenter Samuel Kojo Brace, popularly known as Ahanta Pele, has formally declared his intention to contest the NPP parliamentary primaries in the Ahanta West Constituency in the Western Region.

Brace announced his decision after signing and submitting his declaration of intent, describing the move as the beginning of a new political journey.

In a message announcing his ambition, he wrote: “A new vision. A bold step. A greater future. Ahanta West, the journey begins!”

The former journalist has reportedly attributed his decision to his engagements with residents and calls from people in the constituency to represent them in Parliament.

5. Stephen Fiifi Boafo – Tarkwa-Nsuaem

Former Oman FM presenter Stephen Fiifi Boafo is another media personality seeking to enter Parliament through the NPP.

Boafo has declared his intention to contest the party’s parliamentary primaries in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Constituency.

Apart from his media background, he previously served as Head of Corporate Affairs at the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD).

His parliamentary ambition adds to the growing list of former media practitioners seeking political office ahead of the 2028 general elections.

Media personalities turn attention to Parliament

The growing number of media personalities expressing interest in parliamentary seats highlights a notable movement from broadcasting and political commentary into active partisan politics.

Their declarations also raise questions about how their experience in public communication, political discussions and engagement with audiences could translate into parliamentary representation.

However, declaring an intention to contest does not automatically guarantee a place on the ballot. Each aspirant must first navigate the internal selection processes of their respective political parties before becoming an official parliamentary candidate.

With the 2028 general elections still ahead, attention will be on whether these media personalities can secure their parties’ nominations and ultimately translate their public recognition into electoral support.