Dr. Ayensu-Danquah Makes History: Wins Essikado-Ketan Seat for NDC
In a groundbreaking victory, Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, a medical doctor and philanthropist, has become the first National Democratic Congress (NDC) member to win the Essikado-Ketan seat. This win marks the end of the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) two-decade-long hold on the constituency.
Dr. Ayensu-Danquah's victory was a decisive one, with her securing 26,166 votes against her opponent, Charles Bissue of the NPP, who garnered 17,754 votes. This significant win not only underscores Dr. Ayensu-Danquah's popularity but also highlights the NDC's growing influence in the region.
Dr. Ayensu-Danquah's win is particularly noteworthy, given President-elect John Dramani Mahama's pledge to the people of Essikado-Ketan. During his campaign, Mahama praised Dr. Ayensu-Danquah's exceptional qualities, philanthropic work, and humane nature, urging the constituents to vote her into Parliament. Mahama's promise was clear: if Dr. Ayensu-Danquah won the seat, he would consider her for a ministerial position in his government.
With the NDC's manifesto promising to allocate at least 30% of ministerial and other appointments to women, Dr. Ayensu-Danquah's win has brought her closer to realizing this goal. Her experience as a medical practitioner and philanthropist, both in the United States and Ghana, makes her an ideal candidate for key sectors such as health, gender and children affairs, and social protection.
The implications of Dr. Ayensu-Danquah's win extend beyond her own constituency. Her victory contributes to the NDC's widest parliamentary majority in over two decades, providing President-elect Mahama with the necessary support to implement reforms.
As Dr. Ayensu-Danquah prepares to take office, her constituents are eagerly awaiting President-elect Mahama's next move. Will he fulfill his promise and appoint Dr. Ayensu-Danquah to a ministerial position? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – Dr. Ayensu-Danquah's historic win has paved the way for a new era of leadership and representation in Ghana.
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