As the by-election approaches in the Assin North Constituency, the political atmosphere is intensifying, with significant figures from the two main political parties, the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the major opposition party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), making their way to Assin North to rally voters for their respective candidates.

Haruna Iddrisu, the former minority leader and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, has recently been seen actively campaigning for the NDC candidate, James Gyakye Quayson, in the constituency.

A viral video circulating on social media shows Iddrisu engaging with market women, visiting different tables and shops to garner support for the NDC.

The presence of Haruna Iddrisu has generated enthusiasm among the market women, who expressed their joy at seeing the former minority leader.

They enthusiastically pledged their support to the NDC and cheered Iddrisu as he interacted with them.

Hon Haruna Iddrisu storms Assin North Constituency to camps for Hon Gyakyie Quayson. pic.twitter.com/0dbJmr1iEZ— General Marcus! (@marcusadampah) June 23, 2023

The Assin North by-election is slated for June 27. Currently, Mr Gyakye Quayson is currently in court over allegations of perjury and forgery.