Ghanaian entrepreneur Barbara Quashigah declares intent to contest Ayawaso West Wuogon NPP parliamentary ticket

Ghanaian entrepreneur Barbara Quashigah has announced her intention to challenge the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) parliamentary primary for the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency. In her declaration, Quashigah emphasized her dedication to grassroots mobilisation, community development, and inclusive leadership. She believes the constituency requires a leader who can offer compassionate, accessible, and visionary representation, combining professional competence, experience, fresh ideas, and a strong connection with the grassroots.

Quashigah's background includes a professional history in entrepreneurship, investment advisory, international trade, agribusiness, and stakeholder engagement. As the Managing Partner of Nexus FTC Ltd, she works on international investment opportunities and stakeholder engagement across Ghana and other African markets. She also established Ambar Quality Foods Ltd, which focuses on food production, commodity trading, and exports.

Quashigah's philanthropic efforts include BAAQ Initiatives, a platform she founded in 2020 to empower women and young people through skills development, women's empowerment, youth development, and educational support.

Her involvement in the NPP extends to campaign responsibilities, participation in finance committees, and regional mobilisation. Quashigah emphasizes the importance of uniting the party's membership, reconnecting with the grassroots, and attracting wider support, particularly among younger voters. She believes her experience and commitment to community engagement make her a suitable candidate to lead a campaign built on trust, commitment, and credibility.