Tarkwa-based businessman Maxwell Boakye has emerged victorious in the Western Regional Council of State election, securing a decisive win with 17 votes out of the total 28 votes cast in the first round of voting.
Maxwell Boakye, 32, outperformed eight other candidates in a contest that highlighted the region’s political engagement and the growing demand for youthful representation in governance.
The election, which took place in a competitive atmosphere, saw Akwasi Nsiah-Awuah emerge as the closest contender, garnering 10 votes, while Adjei Clement managed to secure just a single vote.
The remaining six candidates were unable to secure any votes, effectively making Boakye’s victory a commanding one.
Following his declaration as the winner, Boakye, who hails from Sameraboi, expressed his gratitude to the delegates for entrusting him with the responsibility to represent the region on the Council of State.
In his victory speech, he emphasised the need for greater youth involvement in governance and policymaking at both the regional and national levels.
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