David Asante declares intention to contest NPP parliamentary primary in Nkawkaw

Former Managing Director of the Ghana Publishing Company, David Boateng Asante, has declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary primary in the Nkawkaw Constituency ahead of the 2028 general elections.

In a statement shared on social media on Monday, November 9, Mr Asante said he was confident of leading the party to victory in the constituency after consultations with his family, friends, party leadership, delegates and constituents.

He is seeking to contest the race for the third time, having previously contested twice.

He believes his experience, commitment and grassroots support position him to strengthen the party’s electoral fortunes in Nkawkaw.

“After extensive consultations with my family, friends, Party leadership, delegates and constituents, I am firmly convinced that I have what it takes to lead our Party to victory in Nkawkaw,” he said.

Mr Asante pledged to retain the Nkawkaw parliamentary seat for the party and also accelerate development in the constituency.

“My vision is to provide bold and purposeful leadership, accelerate the development of Nkawkaw and strengthen our Party at every levels,” he stated.

His declaration comes as the NPP undertakes a new process to identify prospective parliamentary candidates ahead of the 2028 elections.

The party opened its online portal on November 1 for interested members to declare their intention to contest.

The application window closes on November 10, with each prospective aspirant required to pay a non-refundable fee of GH¢5,000.