Son Of Former President, Rev. Edward Agyekum Kuffour Files Parliamentary Candidate Nomination Forms For Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency

Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor, the second son of His Excellency, former President John Agyekum Kufuor, ended days of speculation today by officially filing his nomination for Parliamentary Candidate for the Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency at the New Patriotic
Party (NPP) constituency office in Dzorwulu. The Ayawaso West Wuogon seat became vacant late last month due to the unfortunate and untimely demise of Hon. Emmanuel Kyeremateng Agyarko. The NPP have, as per the party’s constitution, constituted a 5-member elections committee chaired by Hon. Peter MacManu to supervise the vetting of the nominees.


Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor hails from one of Ghana’s prominent political families. His father, former President John Agyekum Kufuor who recently celebrated his 80th birthday, was Ghana’s president from 7th January 2001 to 7th January 2009. Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor has maintained a low political profile up until this time and surprised many with his candidacy.

A Computer Science, Business Management concentration graduate (Dillard University, USA), Agyekum Kufuor ventured early into the world of business and has built an extensive network of local and international partners in sectors including agriculture, energy and the services industry. As a business man who has weathered several challenges over the years, he firmly believes that economic growth is achieved by intentional and strategic investment in scalable businesses to create local employment. He is a successful Agriculturist, single handedly providing employment to over 140 people.

Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor is widely recognized as a leading actor and has spoken extensively about the need to invest in the burgeoning performing arts sector of the Ghanaian economy. He is also an ordained reverend minister and attests that it was this calling 10 years ago that revealed his passion for and connection to the youth. “It was only when I accepted my call into ministry that I fully recognized and embraced my calling to the youth” he is quoted as saying. Having been tested by numerous challenges, he now views every challenge as an opportunity to build capacity, generate innovative solutions and develop resilience. In responding to the needs of the youth, he co-founded Ntetsia, an organization that provides business advisory and mentoring to over 20,000 young entrepreneurs nation-wide. As a Youth Advocate, he is passionate about holistically empowering young people to fulfil their potential through mentoring and philanthropic support.

Asked what would distinguish his leadership, Agyekum Kufuor highlighted the three keys that have consistently underpinned his career: Service, Strategy and Solutions. His vision is solution focused – “We already know all the problems – let’s fix them” he emphatically states.

Encouragement to take a political step came from various segments of society such as the youth as well as his peers in business and politics. Business, pastoring and acting have already given him platforms to influence, mentor and highlight societal issues. In recognition of the numerous challenges facing our communities, however, he recognized the greater potential to effect change through the legislature by building consensus and working with all key stakeholders. “I’ve come to appreciate that politics provides a platform like no other to address some of the pressing issues faced by our youth - who often have no voice” he shared. “Filing this nomination is an opportunity to serve the party and our community on a greater scale” he added.

As a reverend minister, father, businessman, actor and youth advocate, Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor is more than one thing. His vast range of experiences enables him to tackle problems from many points of view, engage and understand people from various walks of life, and provide strategic thinking to unlock persistent issues. His charisma, affability and candour engenders unity and positions him as a fresh voice with a passion to serve.

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About Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor

Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor is a multi-disciplinary entrepreneur with experience in Agriculture, Energy, Airline and the Service Industries. A Computer Science & Business Management graduate, Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor has built up extensive international business experience and networks in the United Kingdom, the US, Europe, China and Ghana. As a seasoned businessman who has weathered several challenges, he provides strategic counsel and business mentoring to young entrepreneurs. He was recently appointed Executive Chairman of Heritage Securities Limited, an investment advisory firm. 
He is also widely recognized for his Acting career and has featured in award winning films and series, including Adams Apples. He is an advocate of the Creative Arts sector in Ghana.

Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor is an ordained reverend minister and counsellor with a youth focused ministry that spans 10 years and has championed youth related causes through his nation-wide foundation, Ntetsia.

He believes in building consensus and working with all stakeholders to achieve sustainable results. His leadership style is underpinned by three core keys: Service, Strategy and Solutions.

Rev. Edward Agyekum Kufuor is happily married with a blended family of 5 children.

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