Former Minister Catherine Afeku Throws Subtle Jab at Colleague Mavis Hawa Koomson Ahead of National Women's Organiser Contest

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Catherine Afeku, a former Minister of Tourism under the Akufo-Addo administration, has made a passionate call for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to elect a woman with strength and humility as the party's next National Women's Organiser. Speaking at the party's National Conference, Afeku emphasized the need for a leader who combines toughness with patience and emotional intelligence. Her comments were seen as a subtle jab at her colleague, Mavis Hawa Koomson, who is also vying for the position. Afeku's message underscored the importance of prioritizing women's interests and development within the party. She warned against electing individuals whose attitudes may tarnish the party's image, seemingly referencing Mavis Hawa Koomson's past controversies, including her involvement in a shooting incident during the 2020 voters registration exercise and a recent parliamentary rerun in Ablekuma North.

Key Takeaways:

  • Catherine Afeku, a former Minister of Tourism, has called for the NPP to elect a woman with strength and humility as the party's next National Women's Organiser.
  • Afeku emphasized the need for a leader who combines toughness with patience and emotional intelligence, seemingly referencing Mavis Hawa Koomson's past controversies.
  • Afeku warned against electing individuals whose attitudes may tarnish the party's image, specifically mentioning arrogance and violence.
  • Mavis Hawa Koomson, a former MP for Awutu Senya West, has been criticized for her role in the Kasoa voters registration chaos and a recent parliamentary rerun in Ablekuma North.
  • Afeku's comments are seen as a subtle jab at Mavis Hawa Koomson ahead of the National Women's Organiser election.
  • The NPP is set to elect its next National Women's Organiser, with several high-profile candidates, including Catherine Afeku and Mavis Hawa Koomson, vying for the position.
  • The election is expected to be competitive, with the outcome uncertain at this stage.

Statistics:

  • 2020: The year of the voters registration chaos in Kasoa, in which Mavis Hawa Koomson was involved.
  • Ablekuma North: The constituency where Mavis Hawa Koomson recently participated in a parliamentary rerun.
  • 1: The number of pistol allegedly fired by Mavis Hawa Koomson during the 2020 voters registration exercise.
  • 2: The number of incidents in which Mavis Hawa Koomson has been involved, including the Kasoa chaos and the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun.

Sources:

  • Ghana Web, 22 July 2025: "Former Minister of Tourism, Catherine Afeku, throws subtle jab at Mavis Hawa Koomson over qualities required for next National Women's Organiser"
  • GhanaWeb, 22 July 2025: "Mavis Hawa Koomson denies being a violent person, says she would never endanger lives"
  • Asempa FM: Mavis Hawa Koomson's interview where she denied being a violent person