Exactly one year ago, I took the Oath of Office as a Member of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic of Ghana, representing the chiefs and people of the Ketu North Constituency.

It was a deeply ceremonial moment, but one that came with a clear awareness of the immense responsibility placed on my shoulders.

A year on, while many mark the occasion with nostalgia, I choose reflection rooted in accountability and results.

The precincts of Parliament were not entirely unfamiliar to me. I had previously served there while working with Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. However, returning as a legislator—armed with a mandate from the people—was profoundly different. That distinction came with a heightened sense of duty and urgency.

Long before entering Parliament, I understood the demands of the role. I watched my former boss sacrifice personal comfort and resources for constituents.

I witnessed sleepless nights, relentless commitment, and quiet service. Parliamentary representation, I learned early, is not glamorous for those determined to make real impact. It is often thankless—but deeply fulfilling when one can sleep with a clear conscience, knowing they gave their very best.

The Journey

My path to Parliament was a severe test of conviction and loyalty to the party. I contested one of the most difficult primaries in recent times. While I never expected an easy journey, the scale of opposition exceeded all expectations. Many I believed would support me turned away, and few believed victory was possible.

Opinion polls—skewed or otherwise—consistently suggested defeat. Two weeks to the election, I was summoned by a senior party official and asked to step down or face consequences.

I was told that even in victory, I would never be considered for any meaningful appointment. My response was simple and unwavering: God is the Lifter of men.

I emerged victorious by a single vote.

That moment was a powerful reminder that in a democracy, every voice counts. Although confident in the legitimacy of that margin, the matter was referred to the party’s National Headquarters. The evidence confirmed that the decisive vote was validly earned. A masterstroke from God Himself.

What followed was the challenge of managing false narratives weaponised by the opposition ahead of the general election. Party leadership advised restraint, reminding me that the victor must always be magnanimous.

From that experience came clarity, not entitlement: if one vote could make the difference, then every voice in Ketu North truly mattered.

Unity Over Celebration

Winning the primaries was only the beginning. The greater task was reunification. Healing divisions and rebuilding trust required humility, patience, and deliberate effort. Egos were buried, pride was set aside, and dialogue was prioritised.

By the peak of the general election campaign, Ketu North had become a model of unity. Constituency executives, volunteers, and stakeholders committed fully to the mission, giving far more than was required. In truth, they gave everything.

The people responded with an emphatic mandate of over 87 percent—an endorsement not just of a candidate, but of a leadership style grounded in engagement, respect, and solutions.

Our campaign was research-driven and people-centred. We walked, listened, explained, and returned repeatedly. It was demanding and exhausting, but it was honest.

Inside Parliament

From day one, governance has been practical and solution-oriented.

There was no honeymoon period. As a young Member of Parliament serving under Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin—a titan of Ghana’s parliamentary democracy—I consider it a rare privilege to learn under such leadership.

As a backbencher, I remain focused on mastering parliamentary processes and contributing meaningfully through committee work, legislative engagement, and policy advocacy. My guiding principles have been simple: be prepared, be present, be purposeful.

Representation is not merely about occupying a seat, but about using it effectively in the service of the people of Ketu North.

In the Constituency: Delivering Impact

Our connection to the people remains firm, and together we have recorded progress across key sectors:

Education:

Through our flagship scholarship scheme, over GH¢1.3 million has been disbursed to support 420 deserving tertiary students. We secured seven GETFund projects, donated laptops to Senior High Schools, and supported various education initiatives.

Health:

All major health facilities in the constituency have received support, including equipment donations and facility upgrades. Through partnerships with NGOs, several outreach programmes were conducted, benefiting thousands. Notably, over 900 constituents benefited from free eye surgeries.

Community Development:

More than 45 community development projects are at various stages of completion across the constituency.

Water and Sanitation:

Mechanised boreholes have been provided in 20 communities, alongside 5,000-litre poly tanks supplied to 15 communities.

Agriculture and Environment:

Farmers benefited from the supply of over 7,000 bags of fertiliser. Through strategic lobbying, we established— for the first time— a Municipal EPA Secretariat in Ketu North to decentralise environmental protection.

Infrastructure and Security:

Under the #LightUpKetuNorth initiative, functional streetlights have been installed on major roads and streets. Advocacy efforts have also ensured key roads in the constituency feature prominently in the national budget.

Human Capital Development:

The Ketu North Skills and Apprenticeship Programme (KN-SAP) is providing TVET and apprenticeship support to 500 young people, with several job placements already secured.

Sports and Creative Arts:

Through grassroots football support and talent scouting, many young people have been positively impacted.

The #EdemAgbanaCarnival, now the Volta Region’s biggest annual music concert, continues to offer a platform for emerging talents alongside mainstream artistes—evidenced by the rise of acts such as Nature Drip and Real Keddy.

Looking Ahead

It has been twelve months without rest—not as a complaint, but as a testament to commitment. Public service demands sacrifice, humility, and accountability every single day.

This journey has never been mine alone. It belongs to the people of Ketu North who believed during moments of uncertainty, partnered in progress, and continue to hold me to high standards.

My responsibility remains clear: to serve diligently, lead responsibly, and deliver measurable impact. As we enter a new chapter, we are deepening partnerships with development institutions and individuals to scale our work.

The work continues.
The commitment stands.
And Ketu North will keep moving forward.