The Mfantseman Municipal Assembly is on Friday, September 4, 2026, holding an election to elect a Presiding Member (PM) who will lead proceedings and preside over the Assembly’s sittings.
The election is being conducted under the supervision of the Electoral Commission (EC), which is expected to ensure that the process is conducted in a free, fair, credible and transparent manner.
A total of 54 Assembly members are expected to participate in the exercise by casting their ballots to determine who will occupy the Presiding Member position.
The Presiding Member plays a key role in the administration of the Assembly, particularly in presiding over meetings, facilitating deliberations and ensuring that proceedings are conducted in accordance with the relevant laws and procedures governing local government.
The ongoing election has therefore attracted attention among Assembly members and stakeholders, as the outcome will determine the individual responsible for guiding the Assembly’s deliberations and maintaining order during sittings.
Officials of the Electoral Commission are at the venue to oversee the voting process, counting and declaration of the results.
The election is expected to conclude with the announcement of the successful candidate, who will subsequently assume the responsibility of presiding over the Assembly’s proceedings.
Further details, including the results and reactions from Assembly members, will follow after the conclusion of the exercise.
