Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) President, Kwesi Nyantakyi faced defeat in his bid to secure the NPP parliamentary candidacy in the Ejisu Constituency.

The NPP conducted primaries to select a candidate for the upcoming by-election following the passing of the constituency's Member of Parliament, John Kumah, on March 7, 2024.

In a tight race, Lawyer Kwabena Boateng emerged victorious with 393 votes, outshining his competitors.

Nyantakyi managed to secure only 35 votes out of a total of 1080 cast.

The full results are as follows:

Lawyer Kwabena Boateng - 393 (Winner)
Dr. Evans Duah - 61
Clinsma Karikari Mensah - 2
Helena Mensah - 302
Abena Pokua - 0
Portia Mensah - 6
Mr. Kwesi Nyantakyi - 35
Aaron Prince Duah - 2
Mama Yaa Aboagye - 229

NAY/ADG