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Paul Twum-Barimah declares intention to contest Dormaa East NPP parliamentary primaries

Paul Twum-Barimah declares intention to contest Dormaa East NPP parliamentary primaries

Former Member of Parliament for Dormaa East, Paul Apreku Twum-Barimah, has formally declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primaries ahead of the next general election. “Paul, come back and serve.

Former Member of Parliament for Dormaa East, Paul Apreku Twum-Barimah, has formally declared his intention to contest the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary primaries ahead of the next general election.

The former legislator said his decision followed calls from constituents and party faithful who have urged him to return to active politics and serve the constituency once again.

In a declaration announcing his decision, Mr Twum-Barimah said he had listened to the appeals and was prepared to respond to what he described as a call to service.

“Paul, come back and serve. I have heard you. I humbly answer your call,” he stated.

He expressed gratitude to God and acknowledged the support and contributions of traditional leaders, elders, women, youth and party members in the constituency.

He also called for unity among the various groups, stressing the need to combine the wisdom of the elderly with the energy of the youth to advance the development of Dormaa East.

“The people’s trust is a responsibility to serve; their call is a duty to listen,” he said, adding that his ambition was to bring all stakeholders together to work towards a common goal.

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