Rev. John Ntim Fordjour Retains Assin South Seat for Third Term
Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, the Member of Parliament for Assin South in the Central Region and Deputy Minister of Education has successfully retained his seat for a third term in the 9th Parliament of Ghana. The official declaration of his victory was made by the Electoral Commission following the December general election.
In his statement after the declaration, Rev. Fordjour called for unity among the people of Assin South, urging them to come together after the election to move the constituency forward. He expressed gratitude to the voters for their trust and support and promised to continue working hard for the development of the area.
In the parliamentary election, Rev. Fordjour, representing the New Patriotic Party (NPP), secured 14,899 votes, defeating his closest contender, Mr. Stephen Kofi Baidoo of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), who garnered 13,354 votes. Independent candidate Mr. Joseph Kofi Damtse came third with 10,332 votes. The total number of valid votes cast was 38,585, with 557 rejected ballots.
Rev. Fordjour’s victory marks a significant achievement, not only for him personally but also for the NPP in the Central Region. He is one of the four NPP candidates to have won their parliamentary seats in the region in the recent election. This win solidifies his position as a key political figure in the area and highlights his continued influence in both local and national politics.
The Electoral Commission’s Returning Officer for the constituency, Mr. Ebenezer Opoku Boateng, officially declared Rev. Fordjour as the Member of Parliament-elect for Assin South, confirming his success in securing the majority of votes.
In his victory speech, Rev. Fordjour acknowledged the support from the people of Assin South, vowing to continue serving their best interests with dedication and passion. He expressed his belief that the constituency could overcome any challenges it faces if its people remain united and focused on progress.
As he begins his third term in Parliament, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour remains committed to driving educational and developmental initiatives in Assin South and contributing to national policies as Deputy Education Minister. His win serves as a testament to his enduring popularity and the confidence that the people of Assin South have in his leadership.
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