9 candidates file nomination to represent Western Region on Council of State 

Nine candidates have officially filed their nominations to contest as the Western Region’s representative on the Council of State.

The Electoral Commission meticulously vetted the candidates after submission to authenticate their particulars.

Notable contenders in the race include Nana Akwasi Nsiah Awuah, a prominent business mogul, Nana Akosua Gyamfiaba ll, Queen Mother of Nyankrom and Acting Paramount Queen Mother for Shama Traditional Council, Queen of Grabodu Nana Nkranumako IV of Shama Traditional Area.

Others who successfully filed before the deadline include Adjei Clement, Mohammed Danjums, and Jacob Oppon Acquah.

The EC closed nominations precisely at 5:00 p.m. finalizing the list of candidates for the highly anticipated elections, set for February 11 at the Western Regional Coordinating Council.

In an exclusive interview, some candidates shared their motivation for contesting.

Nana Akosua Gyamfiaba expressed her desire to drive development in the region.

“My goal is to advocate for the Western Region and ensure we get our fair share of national resources. This position will give me the platform to lobby for the various MMDAs in the region and also advise the President on key developmental issues to develop the region ” she stated.

Bishop Jacob Oppon Acquah reaffirmed his dedication to serving the nation in a non-partisan capacity, stating that he has much to contribute to national development.

Deputy Regional Director of the EC, Joshua Ofori Prempeh, revealed that the commission would forward the applications for further verification at the national level.

“After this process, a notice of poll will be issued ahead of the February 11 election,” he explained.

The Role of the Council of State

The Council of State, established by the 1992 Constitution, serves as an advisory body to the President. Each of Ghana’s 16 regions elects a representative, while the President appoints 11 additional members.

The Council advises on critical national issues, including presidential appointments and policy matters, and convenes at least four times a year to deliberate on governance and development concerns.

With the elections fast approaching, the Western Region’s representatives will soon decide who among these nine contenders will have the mandate to influence national policy at the highest level.

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