A 22-year-old law student, Nana Agyeiwaa Baffoe-Bonnie Michaels, popularly known as Okordie, has announced her intention to contest the Manhyia South parliamentary seat in the Ashanti Region in the 2028 general election on the ticket of the newly formed Base Movement Ghana.
She has promised to champion accessible, accountable and people-centred leadership if given the opportunity to represent the constituency in Parliament.
Speaking at a press conference held at the party’s Ashanti Regional office in Kumasi, Ms. Michaels said her decision to enter politics was inspired by years of observing and experiencing the challenges confronting residents of Manhyia South.
“I understand the struggles of the people because I have lived through them. It is time for a new kind of leadership that listens, serves and delivers,” she stated.
The aspiring parliamentary candidate identified 12 major challenges affecting the constituency, including youth unemployment, limited support for small and medium-sized enterprises, inadequate skills training opportunities, poor educational infrastructure and gaps in healthcare delivery.
She also mentioned poor roads and drainage systems, sanitation concerns, security challenges, limited support for women and girls, inadequate sports and recreational facilities, digital exclusion and weak engagement between elected representatives and citizens.
According to her, many of these issues remain unresolved because some political leaders have prioritised party interests over the needs of the people.
“I proudly identify with the Base Movement Ghana because it is committed to putting Ghana first, empowering citizens, promoting accountability and creating opportunities for all,” she said.
Ms. Michaels stressed that politics must move beyond promises and focus on practical solutions, innovation and measurable outcomes.
Outlining her vision for Manhyia South, she said she would prioritise youth employment, entrepreneurship and skills development while expanding economic opportunities for women and improving access to quality education and healthcare.
She added that her agenda would include supporting local businesses, attracting investment, strengthening transparency in governance and building partnerships with traditional leaders, religious organisations, civil society groups and the private sector.
The aspiring candidate pledged to run an issue-based campaign built on respect, peace and dignity, while calling on residents across political and social backgrounds to support what she described as a movement for positive transformation.
She expressed confidence that Manhyia South could become a constituency where young people have greater opportunities, women are economically empowered, businesses grow and communities thrive.
“The time has come for a new generation of leadership that listens, serves and delivers. Together, we can build a stronger Manhyia South and a stronger Ghana,” she said.
Source: Wesleyannews.com
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