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Ketu South NDC clears 73 aspirants for constituency elections

A total of 73 aspirants have been cleared to contest the upcoming National Democratic Congress (NDC) Ketu South Constituency elections following the completion of vetting and balloting.

Ketu South NDC clears 73 aspirants for constituency elections

Seventy-three aspirants have been cleared to run in the upcoming National Democratic Congress (NDC) Ketu South Constituency elections, as confirmed by the party's Vetting Results and Balloting Positions. A total of 74 candidates filed their nominations, but only 73 were cleared to contest various executive positions. Reginald Edem Zigah secured the Secretary position, replacing the disqualified Desmond Kweku Tsewu. The party expects 2,963 delegates to participate in the elections.

Four aspirants were cleared for the Chairman position, with Amedorme Sylvanus Yao leading the ballot. Three candidates are competing for the Vice Chairman position, while two are vying for the Deputy Secretary role. Kunya Cornelius Yao and Doe David are contesting the Communication Officer position, and three aspirants each are cleared for the Constituency Organizer and Deputy Organizer positions. For Treasurer, the cleared aspirants include Sablah Cornelius Kofi, Ahadzi Rocky Selasi, and Mikado Dora Dede.

The highest number of cleared aspirants is for the eight Other Members positions, with 29 candidates vying for these roles. The Ketu South Constituency election is scheduled for October 23, 2026, due to the final funeral rites for the late Torgbui Addo, the Paramount Chief of the Klikor Traditional Area.

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