Oboafo Kwadjo Asante, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Suhum Constituency, has suffered a shocking defeat in his re-election bid

Oboafo Kwadjo Asante, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Suhum Constituency, has suffered a shocking defeat in his re-election bid. Asante's decision to contest as an independent candidate after losing the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primary ultimately led to his downfall.

Asante's loss is seen as a result of his stubborn refusal to accept the NPP's decision. Despite interventions from high-ranking NPP officials, including Presidential Candidate Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and Minister for Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, Asante refused to back down.

Asante's campaign, dubbed "Oboafo Toaso" (Oboafo Continue), was launched in September 2024, but ultimately failed to secure the seat. Frank Asiedu Bekoe, also known as Protozoa, emerged victorious with 16,855 votes, marking a shift in the political landscape of Suhum.

Asante's history in Suhum politics is marked by his unexpected rise to power in 2020, when he defeated the then-incumbent MP, Frederick Opare-Ansah, in the NPP parliamentary primary. He went on to win the parliamentary seat with 34,049 votes, representing 63% of the total votes cast.

However, Asante's decision to defy the NPP's decision and contest as an independent candidate has ultimately led to his downfall. His loss serves as a reminder of the risks of defying a major political party.

The NPP's victory in the Suhum Constituency is seen as a significant win for the party. Frank Asiedu Bekoe's victory marks a new era in Suhum politics, and it remains to be seen how Asante will rebound from this defeat.

Asante's loss is a significant blow to his political career, and it remains to be seen how he will recover from this defeat. The people of Suhum have spoken, and it is clear that they have chosen a new leader to represent them in parliament.