Edward Agyekum Kufuor, son of former President John Agyekum Kufuor, has declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) parliamentary candidacy for Atwima Nwabiagya North Constituency.

In a public declaration, he said his decision followed "prayerful reflection and consultations".

Mr Kufuor described the constituency as his home, noting that his father represented the area in Parliament before becoming President of Ghana.

He, however, said he was not seeking to rely on his family name but intended to earn the trust of constituents through service and practical solutions.

"I return not to trade on a name, but to earn your trust through service, strategy and practical solutions for our people," he said.

Outlining his priorities, Mr Kufuor said he would advocate improved feeder roads to connect farming communities to markets, value addition for cocoa and food crops, and protection of the Barekese catchment, which supplies water to Kumasi.

He also pledged to prioritise quality education, healthcare, job creation, skills development and enterprise support for young people.

On party organisation, he said unity and inclusivity would be central to his campaign, adding that he respected other aspirants and would work with party executives, polling station executives, electoral area coordinators and grassroots members.

At the national level, Mr Kufuor pledged to support the NPP's efforts to recapture power in the 2028 general election and secure a parliamentary majority, declaring his support for the presidential ambition of former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

He said he looked forward to engaging party members, chiefs and other stakeholders as he seeks to lead the party in the constituency.

"To me, leadership means service, strategy and solutions. Above all, the needs of the people of Atwima Nwabiagya North come first, before personal ambition or family name," he emphasised.