The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is yet to decide whether to participate in the Ejisu by-election after the unfortunate passing of the Member of Parliament, John Kumah.

The Deputy General Secretary of the party, Mustapha Gbande, said their focus is on mourning the late Deputy Finance Minister, John Kumah rather than rushing to fill the vacant seat.

Speaking with Citi News, Mr. Gbande urged NDC supporters in the constituency to be patient, promising that the party will disclose its intentions regarding the by-election in due time.

“We all have to exercise restraint and look forward as the party comes up with the conversations that will lead up to a decision that will be in the best interest of the part; a decision that will give all of us the victory and expectation that we want.

“As of now, we are not there yet so we encourage party members to continue to work with structures of the party on the ground in anticipation of whatever will come from national.

"But as of now, we also encourage them to keep mourning with the family,” he said.

Meanwhile, nine persons, including three women who are members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ashanti Region are eyeing the vacant Ejisu Constituency seat.

Former President of the Ghana Football Association, Kwesi Nyantakyi is among the nine aspirants. He was also spotted at the Ashanti Region campaign launch of the ruling party and even made his intention clear in an interview with a section of the media.

Four-time contender, Abena Pokuaa Boaitey, popularly known as ‘Ejisu Bronii’ is also staging her fifth come-back.

Wife of Bono Region Chairmen of the NPP, Portia Acheampong Abronye has made her intention known as well as the current Presiding Member of the Ejisu Municipal Assembly, Helena Mensah.

Former Presiding Member of Ejisu Municipal Assembly, Michael Owusu, has expressed interest too.

The current Constituency Chairman, Kofi Agyapong is also expected to battle it out with his 2nd Vice, Kwabena Boateng as both executive members have expressed interest in the race.

Finally, a lecturer at the Akenten Appiah Menkah University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED), Dr Evans Duah also has his eyes on the ball.