Boakye Agyarko refrains from NPP run-off election

Boakye Kyeremateng Agyarko, a flagbearer candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has publicly announced his withdrawal from the impending run-off poll to choose the 5th candidate.

After the NPP said that its National Council will set up an electoral college to break the tie between Mr. Agyarko and his rival Francis Addai Nimoh, who finished tied for fifth place in the recently concluded super delegate conference, Mr. Agyarko announced his retirement.

Mr. Ayarko said in a news statement that it was unlawful for the National Council to choose just a few people to represent the 955 participants in the first round.

Mr. Agyarko said that the creation of an electoral college violates the party’s constitution in addition to other legal violations.

“It is totally unacceptable to me that such an unconstitutional act can be perpetuated on the altar of expediency. Am I to surmise that the party did not know the cost implication? It is unconscionable that the rules of the game will be changed midstream.

“Rules and regulations that are flip-flopped in such a manner is only detrimental to fair play and justice. It is a clear violation of the party’s constitution and the guidelines for the Special Electoral College. It is an unconstitutional act which | cannot allow myself to be associated with,” portions of his statement read.

Read full statement below

HON. BOAKYE AGYARKO TO ELECTIONS COMMITTEE – SCANNED COPY