The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) preparations for its 2028 parliamentary primaries are generating interest in Akuapem North and Ablekuma West, with incumbent MP Sammi Awuku facing discussions about a possible challenge, while dancehall musician Samini has denied reports that he intends to contest in Ablekuma West.

In Akuapem North, former Member of Parliament Nana Ama Dokua Asiamah-Adjei has been linked to a possible return to the constituency to contest the NPP parliamentary primary against Awuku.

However, she has not publicly confirmed her intention to enter the race. Businessman Jonathan Amofah has also been mentioned among potential contenders.

Chief questions Nana Ama Dokua’s possible return

The Mampong Akuapem Apesemakahene, Nana Yirenkyi I, has questioned the reported interest of Nana Ama Dokua in returning to Akuapem North.

The traditional leader argued that the constituency should not be treated as a political destination that candidates can leave to contest elsewhere and later return to seek its parliamentary ticket.

He also commended Awuku for his work during his first two years as MP, pointing to his engagement with constituents, road interventions, educational support and involvement in community development.

Nana Ama Dokua previously represented Akuapem North from 2017 to 2025. She later moved to Okaikoi North to contest the NPP parliamentary primary ahead of the 2024 general election.

Awuku subsequently won the Akuapem North parliamentary seat in the December 2024 election.

NPP executives express support for Awuku

Meanwhile, constituency executives of the NPP in Akuapem North have expressed support for Awuku to retain the party’s parliamentary ticket without a contest.

A petition dated November 10, 2026, reportedly indicated that all 22 constituency executives had endorsed the incumbent MP.

Consultations with electoral area coordinating committees also reportedly showed considerable support for his continued representation of the constituency.

The executives cited his contributions to education, healthcare, infrastructure, youth empowerment and community development as reasons for supporting his candidature.

However, their endorsement does not automatically secure him the party’s parliamentary ticket, as the final decision will depend on the NPP’s established selection procedures.

Samini dismisses Ablekuma West campaign flyer

In a separate development, Ghanaian dancehall musician Emmanuel Andrew Samini has rejected claims that he intends to contest the NPP parliamentary primary in Ablekuma West.

The reports followed the circulation of a campaign flyer featuring his photograph and the NPP’s branding, suggesting that he was preparing to seek the party’s parliamentary candidacy ahead of the 2028 general elections.

Samini dismissed the flyer as fake and urged the public to disregard the information.

He also encouraged social media users to verify information through his official communication channels before sharing it.

His response has effectively distanced him from the reported Ablekuma West parliamentary ambition.

NPP’s 2028 parliamentary race gathers attention

The developments come as the NPP prepares for its parliamentary candidate selection process ahead of the 2028 general elections.

The party’s declaration-of-interest period for prospective parliamentary candidates reportedly ran from November 1 to November 10, 2026.

While attention remains on the potential contest in Akuapem North, Samini’s denial has clarified that the viral Ablekuma West campaign flyer should not be treated as confirmation of his political ambition.

The coming months are expected to provide further clarity on the candidates seeking to represent the NPP in the various constituencies.

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