The eligibility of Cynthia Mamle Morrison to contest as an independent parliamentary candidate in Agona West has been thrown into uncertainty following a recent development. A District Magistrate Court in Agona Swedru has issued an injunction against her candidacy, ordering her to refrain from any actions regarding the nomination process for the position of Member of Parliament for Agona West Constituency.
This decision comes at a critical juncture as the 2024 general elections draw near, casting doubt on her political future in the constituency. Having previously won the seat on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in both 2016 and 2020, her loss in the primary for the 2024 elections led to her decision to run as an independent candidate.
Morrison's choice to contest independently stemmed from her perception that the party's internal selection process was marred by favoritism and a lack of transparency. She has been vocal in her criticisms of the party leadership, alleging that she was marginalized despite her track record and contributions to both the constituency and the party's past electoral successes.
In the NPP's April 13 primary, Morrison secured 152 votes, losing to Christopher Arthur who received 240 votes. This outcome further fueled her decision to pursue an independent candidacy.
The situation surrounding Cynthia Mamle Morrison's candidacy underscores the complexities and tensions inherent in internal party processes and individual aspirations within the political landscape. As the legal proceedings unfold, the implications for her political aspirations and the dynamics within the NPP will continue to be closely monitored.
-By Tetteh Belinda | GhanaCrimes
