Ghana’s youngest parliamentary aspirant to wrestle with ‘elders’ for Manhyia South seat
Nana Agyeiwaa Baffoe-Bonnie Michaels, a 22-year-old law student, has announced her candidacy for the Manhyia South parliamentary seat in Ghana's 2028 election. She aims to challenge established political figures by focusing on youth unemployment, infrastructure, and economic empowerment.
Why it matters
The entry of young, non-traditional candidates into politics reflects shifting demographics and a desire for generational change in governance.
Nana Agyeiwaa Baffoe-Bonnie Michaels, a 22-year-old law student, has announced her intention to contest the Manhyia South parliamentary seat in the 2028 general election on the ticket of Base Movement Ghana.
Speaking at a press conference at the movement's Ashanti Regional office in Kumasi, Ms. Michaels unveiled her vision for the constituency, pledging to prioritise infrastructure development, economic empowerment and responsive representation.
She said her decision to enter politics was inspired by the challenges she has witnessed and experienced within the constituency.
"I understand the struggles of the people because I have lived through them. It is time for a new kind of leadership that listens, serves and delivers," she said.
Outlining her priorities, Ms. Michaels said she would focus on tackling youth unemployment, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and expanding skills and vocational training opportunities to improve livelihoods.
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