A record number of 22 individuals have picked up nomination forms to contest Ghana’s 2024 presidential election as independent candidates, according to the Electoral Commission (EC).
The move signals a growing desire for a third force in the country’s political landscape, traditionally dominated by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
The Director of Training at the Electoral Commission, Dr. Serebuor Quaicoe, confirmed the number of independent aspirants in an interview, underscoring the increased interest in independent candidacies for the upcoming election.
Of the 22 individuals, 20 have been identified through reliable sources. These candidates, who believe Ghana needs an alternative to the established political parties, include:
- George Twum-Barima-Adu
- Samuel Apea-Danquah
- Alan Kyeremateng
- Nana Kwame Bediako
- Jacob Osei Yeboah
- Richard Sumah
- Kofi Koranteng
- Desmond Abrefa
- Dr. Agnes Ayisha
- Dr. Nii Amu Darko
- Wilberforce Andrews
- Nana Stephens
- Rev. Samuel Worlanyo
- Amenyah TK
- Robert Roy Reindof
- Paul Perkoh
- Seth Ntim Agyarko
- Stephen Atubiga
- Janet Asana Nabla
- Sam Ankrah
These aspirants picked up their forms after the EC officially opened nominations for both independent candidates and political parties.
The surge in independent candidates reflects a broader desire for change and a break from the binary political system that has characterized Ghana’s democracy since its return to constitutional rule.
The Electoral Commission’s nomination process marks the beginning of the road to the 2024 presidential election, setting the stage for what could be a highly competitive and diverse electoral contest.
Whether these independent candidates can galvanize significant support and disrupt the dominance of the major political parties remains to be seen, but their participation underscores the dynamic and evolving nature of Ghanaian politics.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
