For the first time in twelve years, the Akim Sweduro Constituency in the Eastern Region will be participating in the parliamentary primary of the New Patriotic Party.

The contest is already anticipated to be fierce as the incumbent MP faces competition from two others.

Three individuals have picked nomination forms to contest the Akim Sweduro parliamentary primary of the New Patriotic Party.

The incumbent MP, Kennedy Osei Nyarko, is expected to face off businessman, Jerome Kwame Akordor, and the Controller and Accountant-General, Kwasi Kwanning-Bosompem.

Filing his nomination, Jerome Akordor said, that although it will be a tough contest, he is unfazed by his opponents.

“When the people raise and speak, no amount of money can stand their power. The delegates have already spoken. I know what they want and so nothing can stop me,” he said.

Mr. Akordor used the opportunity to highlighted his vision for the constituency.

“Many of our youth are unemployed. We need to focus on education and job creation. We must bring in agriculture policies that will help our people. As a farmer, the delegates and I know what is best for us,” he added.

Confirming the names of the aspirants to JoyNews, the NPP Secretary for the Akim Sweduro constituency, Daniel Ntiri, said “Three individuals including the incumbent MP, Kennedy Osei Nyarko, the Controller and Accountant General, and Jermoe Kwame Akordor have filled their nomination.

"So far, the process in Akim Sweduro has been smooth and impressive”.