A total of 155 candidates from Ghana’s 16 regions have filed their nominations to contest in the Council of State election scheduled for Tuesday, February 11.

According to a list compiled by the Daily Graphic, 145 men and 10 women submitted their nomination forms by the close of nominations last Friday.

The election will be conducted through an Electoral College system, with each District Assembly nominating two representatives to vote for a single regional representative.

Greater Accra

The Greater Accra Regional Director of the Electoral Commission (EC), Gladys Pinkrah, confirmed that 13 candidates are vying for the region’s seat. Among them are a former Member of Parliament (MP) for Kpone-Katamanso, Joseph Nii Laryea Afotey-Agbo, businessman and traditional ruler at Shai Osudoku, Nene Drolor Bosso Adamtey I, and 11 others.

Bono, Bono East, and Ahafo Regions

Biiya Mukusah Ali reports from Sunyani that 27 men and two women have filed nominations across these three regions. The Bono Region has 10 candidates, Bono East has 11, and Ahafo has eight.

In Bono, aspirants include Odeneho Dr. Affram Brempong III, Nana Aful Kyere, and Dominic Adu-Gyimah, among others. Bono East’s candidates feature Pimampim Yaw Kagbrese, Ofori-Danson Yaw, and Michael Kwasi Amponsah. Ahafo’s lineup includes Bukari Zakari Anaba, Abraham Yaw Agyeman, and Ntotrosomanhene, Barima Twireku Ampem.

Northern Region

Abukari Alhassan Baba reports from Tamale that four candidates are competing, including former Kumbungu MP Alhaji Mohammed Mumuni and economist Richard Andani Yakubu. Thirty-two delegates will vote to elect the region’s representative. One candidate was disqualified for possessing an invalid voter ID.

Central Region

Shirley Asiedu Addo from Cape Coast confirms 10 candidates, including one woman, vying for the slot. Notable aspirants include Osagyefo Amanfo Edu VI, Ogyeedom Nana Obranu Kwesi Atta, and Dr. Alexander Fiifi Ghartey. The election will involve 44 electors from 22 assemblies.

Eastern and Western Regions

Yussif Wunpini Haruna reports that 24 candidates—21 men and three women—are contesting in the Eastern Region. Meanwhile, in the Western Region, nine candidates have filed nominations, according to Korbla Dotsey Aklorbortu.

Upper West and Upper East Regions

In Wa, Kwadwo Baffoe Donkor reports that 11 male candidates are contesting in the Upper West Region, with ages ranging from 38 to 68. In the Upper East Region, Gilbert Mawuli Agbey reports that nine men are vying for the position. The youngest candidate is 36, while the oldest is 74.

Volta Region

Alberto Mario Noretti from Ho reports that 13 candidates, including teachers, a lawyer, entrepreneurs, and a researcher, are in the race. The youngest candidate is 29, while the oldest is 71. Three traditional rulers are among the contenders.

Ashanti Region

Emmanuel Baah from Kumasi reports that 12 candidates, including 10 men and two women, have filed nominations. The contenders include traditional rulers, farmers, businessmen, and a journalist, with ages ranging from 27 to 68.

The Council of State election will determine regional representatives who will serve as advisors to the President, ensuring diverse expertise and perspectives in governance.