The Eastern Regional Secretariat of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has firmly denied claims that Mrs. Mavis Kumi, widow of the late Hon. Ernest Kumi, is preparing to contest the Akwatia parliamentary seat.
Reacting to flyers circulating on social media, the party released a statement on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, describing the claims as “false, misleading, and should be treated with the utmost contempt.”
“As a Party, we have been in close contact with Mrs. Mavis Kumi and her immediate family. She has unequivocally communicated that she has no interest in contesting the seat, or participating in active politics at this time,” said Jeff Konadu Addo, the NPP Eastern Regional Chairman.
He stressed that Mrs. Kumi is currently focused on mourning her husband with “dignity and in peace,” and urged party members and the public to disregard the false flyer.
“It does not reflect the wishes or intentions of Mrs. Mavis Kumi, nor has it been sanctioned by the Party at any level,” he added.
The party also called for sensitivity to the grief of the bereaved family and condemned misinformation that could deepen their pain.
“We must remain sensitive to the emotions and grief of the bereaved family,” the statement said, calling on Ghanaians to continue offering prayers and support.
