Outspoken Ghanaian media personality Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah has spoken about his interest in contesting the Afigya Sekyere East parliamentary seat on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah, on his For the Records show, promised his commitment to the constituency, labelling his vision as a rebuilding agenda.
Speaking during his For the Records show on February 21, 2026, Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah named constituency and electoral area executives he plans to work with.
Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah stated, “The General Secretary has brought the election timetable for the party’s internal elections, and I have an interest in contesting the Afigya Sekyere East Constituency parliamentary seat. We want the party to look attractive, so whatever happens, we will follow keenly and ensure the party becomes attractive again”.
Earlier, Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah signalled his plans for the future after pursuing a Master’s in Law at the University of Connecticut.
The Ghanaian media personality, who made his first appearance on his For the Records show after leaving Ghana for the United States to pursue a master’s in law, disclosed he has pledged to serve his people and country.
According to Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah, after all he has learnt and accomplished, if his constituents do not benefit, what would he have gained?
Speaking on his show, Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah stated, “Today, I stand here as a Bomfa Asanti Akyem resident, as you already know, whose grandmother nurtured him in Suame but who comes from Asanti Agona.
“The young child who was shaped by KNUST Primary and moulded by Mfantsipim is that child. My life has opened doors I never imagined I would access.
“I did my public relations at GIMPA and further earned a Master’s in Diplomacy and International Relations at the same institution. My desire to understand the law is what brought me to the US, where I am now pursuing a Master’s in Law at the University of Connecticut.”
He added, “My aim is to serve the country and my people. After all I have learned and accomplished, if my constituents do not benefit, what would I gain from all my education and knowledge? I have pledged to serve the people and the country.”
Okatakyie Afrifa Mensah has ignited a debate with many suggesting he plans to contest the Afigya Sekyere East Constituency seat to serve his community.
Meanwhile, General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Justin Frimpong Kodua, has said the party is not going to protect anyone ahead of its internal election.
Speaking on OTEC FM, Dwabrem, on Monday, February 23, 2026, Frimpong Koduah stated, “We won’t protect anyone. The process will be free and fair for all aspirants,” he declared. “This is not about favouritism or manipulation. It is about competencies, commitment, credibility, and integrity.”
“Our flag bearer, Dr Bawumia, will not manipulate the process. He believes in the democratic values of the party and wants the best candidates to emerge through a credible and competitive process.”
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Ghanaian media personality Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah declares bid for Afigya Sekyere East parliamentary seat, pledging a ‘rebuilding agenda’ and promising committed service to his constituency. pic.twitter.com/nfSsmm9eLJ