A 22-year-old law student, Nana Agyeiwaa Baffoe-Bonnie Michaels, popularly known as Okordie, has announced her intention to contest the Manhyia South parliamentary seat in the 2028 general election on the ticket of the Base Movement Ghana.
Speaking at a press conference in Kumasi, the aspiring parliamentary candidate said her decision to enter politics stems from her firsthand experience of the challenges confronting residents of the constituency. She pledged to champion a style of leadership that is accessible, accountable and focused on delivering practical solutions.
Ms. Michaels identified key issues affecting the constituency, including youth unemployment, inadequate support for small and medium-sized enterprises, poor educational infrastructure, gaps in healthcare delivery, poor roads and drainage systems, sanitation challenges, insecurity, limited opportunities for women and girls, and weak citizen engagement.
She argued that these challenges have persisted because political leaders have often prioritised partisan interests over the needs of the people. According to her, the Base Movement Ghana is committed to putting citizens first through transparent and people-centred governance.
Outlining her vision for Manhyia South, the law student said she would prioritise job creation for young people, entrepreneurship, skills development, improved healthcare and education, support for local businesses, and greater accountability in public office.
She also pledged to work closely with traditional authorities, civil society organisations, faith-based groups and the private sector to drive development in the constituency.
Ms. Michaels appealed to residents to support what she described as a new generation of leadership built on service, integrity and innovation, expressing confidence that Manhyia South can become a constituency where opportunities are expanded and communities m
