The Second Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Andrew Asiamah Amoako, has downplayed the significance of the Akwatia by-election, describing it as largely symbolic rather than one that would alter the balance of power in Parliament.
Speaking on the sidelines of the election, Mr. Asiamah, who is also the Member of Parliament for Fomena, explained that while both the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) are fiercely contesting the seat, the outcome would not substantially affect the composition of Parliament.
The NPP has fielded Solomon Asumadu to retain the seat, which became vacant following the death of Ernest Kumi, while the NDC is represented by Bernard Bediako Baidoo.
“We are 87, they are 186. The difference is clear, and this by-election does not change that reality. It is more of a political assessment tool—an exercise to test the strength and structure of the parties after the 2024 general elections,” he added