Akufo-Addo visits Ernest Kumi's residence, signs book of condolence

Former president Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has visited the residence of the late Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Ernest Yaw Kumi, to commiserate with the family and sign the book of condolence.

Ernest Kumi, a first-time MP elected on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), passed away on July 7, 2025.

He had recently been at the centre of a high-profile legal battle over the legitimacy of his parliamentary seat.

His death comes just weeks after the Supreme Court overturned his contempt conviction related to the disputed 2024 parliamentary election results.

In February 2025, the Koforidua High Court found Kumi guilty of contempt after he defied an interim injunction barring him from presenting himself for swearing-in as an MP.

The court subsequently issued a bench warrant for his arrest, citing his failure to attend court hearings and disregard for the court’s authority.

The NPP has since endorsed Solomon Kwame Asumadu as its parliamentary candidate for the upcoming Akwatia by-election, scheduled for September 2, 2025.

Watch the video below:

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo just signed the book of condolence at the residence the late Hon. Ernest Kumi. 🔴⚪️🔵 pic.twitter.com/pwaeMGPmQb

— NPP DAILY UPDATES (@NPPDAILY) August 5, 2025