The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Akwatia by-election, Solomon Asumadu, has responded to critics questioning his educational qualifications, affirming that he is both educated and competent to serve as Member of Parliament.
In an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr. Asumadu emphasised that education should not be used as a tool for discrimination or ridicule.
“I am glad this question about my education has come up. Sometimes, if you don’t know someone, you may treat them with disdain. I earned my first degree in Human Resource Management from All Nations University, Koforidua, in 2008. After completing my national service at the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), I ventured into business,” he explained.
He dismissed claims that his opponents or other professionals hold an advantage over him.
“Just because someone is a lawyer doesn’t mean they are more educated or speak better English. Education starts long before your first degree. English was a key part of my academic journey, so I am confident in my abilities,” he stressed.
Mr. Asumadu described himself as “educated and learned,” confident in his capacity to represent the people of Akwatia effectively in Parliament.
The Akwatia by-election, set for September 2, 2025, follows the untimely death of sitting MP Ernest Yaw Kumi on July 7, 2025, after a short illness, creating a vacancy in the constituency and setting the stage for a closely contested race between Mr. Asumadu and the NDC’s Bernard Bediako Baidoo.
Source: Gertrude Otchere
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