The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced Tuesday, 2nd September 2025, as the date for a by-election in the Akwatia Constituency of the Eastern Region following the death of the Member of Parliament, Ernest Kumi.

The Commission explained that the seat has officially become vacant in line with Article 112(5) of the Constitution, which mandates a by-election when a parliamentary seat becomes vacant.

In a statement released on Wednesday, July 30, the EC said it will open nominations for individuals interested in contesting the by-election. “The Commission will receive nominations from prospective candidates for the election of a Member of Parliament for the said constituency,” the statement read.

Nomination Period and Requirements
Nomination forms can be downloaded from the EC’s official website (www.ec.gov.gh) starting, 30th July 2025 through to 13th August 2025.

Submission of nomination forms will take place at the Denkyembour District Office from 11th to 13th August 2025, between 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm daily.

Candidates are required to submit their forms in person or through their proposer or seconder. The forms must be endorsed by two registered voters - a proposer and a seconder - and supported by 18 other registered voters in the constituency.

In addition to the forms, candidates must submit two passport-sized photographs showing their full face and ears, taken against a red background.

Filing Fees
The filing fee for each candidate is set at GH¢10,000. However, female candidates and persons with disabilities (PWDs) will pay a reduced fee of GH¢7,500.