NPP supporters raise GH¢5,000 to push Stephen Jalulah to contest 2028 Pru West seat

Supporters, friends and well-wishers of former Member of Parliament for Pru West, Stephen Pambiin Jalulah, have raised GH¢5,000 to support the filing of his declaration of intention to contest the constituency's parliamentary seat in the 2028 general elections. The group, which identifies itself as the Friends of Jalulah, presented the cash amount to his brother at Dama-Nkwanta on November 10, 2026, for onward delivery to the former MP to facilitate the filing of his declaration of intention to contest in the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) parliamentary primaries. The gesture came on the final day set by the NPP for prospective parliamentary aspirants to declare their intention to contest in the party's upcoming primaries. According to the supporters, they had waited patiently for Jalulah to announce his intention to return to Parliament but were disappointed by his continued silence. They consequently decided to mobilise funds to encourage him to reconsider his position and contest the seat. They said constituents had missed his leadership and were eager to see him return to represent them, particularly because of what they described as his significant developmental contributions during his four-year tenure as MP and subsequent service as Deputy Minister for Roads and Highways. The group explained that the GH¢5,000 contribution was not only intended to support his nomination process but also to demonstrate their appreciation for his development initiatives, commitment and service to the people of Pru West. In making their case for his return, the Friends of Jalulah described his development record as unmatched, citing several projects and interventions undertaken during his time in Parliament. On roads and infrastructure, they listed projects including the 103-kilometre Prang–Kintampo asphalt overlay road, the 36-kilometre Abease Junction–Cheremo–Zambrama road, Prang town roads, the Dama-Nkwanta farm road and bridge, and the Fawoman State-of-the-Art Bridge. Other projects they attributed to his tenure include the Komfourkrom–Badei road, Abua–Ankrankuka communities farm road, Kamampa–Burkina road, Cheremo–Kyirimoko–Komsu road, Cheremo–Bronikrom–Komsu road, Komsu–Ntamkru road, Komfourkrom–Krobo road, Beposo–Pru River road and Bachimbru road. In the health sector, the supporters said Jalulah facilitated the construction of six health facilities and secured an Agenda 111 hospital project for Pru West, which they claim has since been abandoned by the current government. They also cited the One District, One Factory (1D1F) project at Prang, which they alleged had stalled under the current administration. On governance and administration, the group highlighted the construction of a new ultra-modern Pru West District Assembly Complex as one of the former MP's major achievements. The supporters further credited Jalulah with helping approximately 107 young people from the constituency secure employment opportunities in various public institutions. According to them, the beneficiaries gained employment in the Ghana Armed Forces, Ghana Police Service, Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Immigration Service, Ghana Revenue Authority, Ghana Education Service, Local Government Service, Civil Service and Ghana Health Service. They also highlighted his recognition by the traditional authorities of Abease, noting that the chiefs and people of the area, led by the President of the Abeaseman Traditional Council, Nana Kru Takyi IV, enstooled him as Nana Mpuntuohene I in recognition of what they described as his outstanding contribution to development. Despite their efforts to encourage his return, the group expressed concern over Jalulah's silence regarding his political ambitions. They have consequently appealed to the national leadership of the NPP and the party's flagbearer, H.E. Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, to intervene and persuade the former MP to heed the calls of his supporters and constituents. The Friends of Jalulah believe his return to the parliamentary race would strengthen the party's chances of recapturing the Pru West seat in the 2028 general elections and contribute to the NPP's broader ambition of returning to government. They maintain that Jalulah remains a popular figure in the constituency and believe his experience, development record and connection with the people make him a strong candidate for the upcoming parliamentary contest. Samira Bawumia Stuns Audience with ‘Asaase Yaa’ Poem at Literary Night Source: Seth Amedor, Contributor
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