Majority Leader Mourns Death of Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi The Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, has expressed profound grief over the sudden passing of the MP for Akwati - SATA RADIO

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Majority Leader Mourns Death of Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi The Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, has expressed profound grief over the sudden passing of the MP for Akwati

Majority Leader Mourns Death of Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi The Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, has expressed profound grief over the sudden passing of the MP for Akwatia, the late Hon. Ernest Yaw Kumi, who died on Monday, July 7th. While speaking on the floor of Parliament, Ayariga revealed that he learned of the MP's demise through online news platforms, including Joy News, as well as other reputable radio and television stations. Ayariga described the late MP as a young and vibrant leader who embodied the principles of democracy and made significant contributions to the House. He noted that Kumi's dedication to his constituency was evident in the way he represented Akwatia, both within his party and during general elections. The Majority Leader praised the late MP for being a promising young politician who kept his promises and brought energy and knowledge to the parliamentary proceedings. He expressed shock at the loss, particularly given Kumi's relatively young age, and ac

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Majority Leader Mourns Death of Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi

The Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, has expressed profound grief over the sudden passing of the MP for Akwatia, the late Hon. Ernest Yaw Kumi, who died on Monday, July 7th. While speaking on the floor of Parliament, Ayariga revealed that he learned of the MP's demise through online news platforms, including Joy News, as well as other reputable radio and television stations.

Ayariga described the late MP as a young and vibrant leader who embodied the principles of democracy and made significant contributions to the House. He noted that Kumi's dedication to his constituency was evident in the way he represented Akwatia, both within his party and during general elections.

The Majority Leader praised the late MP for being a promising young politician who kept his promises and brought energy and knowledge to the parliamentary proceedings. He expressed shock at the loss, particularly given Kumi's relatively young age, and acknowledged the impact his absence would have on the House.

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