Former NDC MP Joseph Emmanuel Ackah passes away

Joseph Emmanuel Ackah, a veteran Member of Parliament (MP) from the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has died.

Ackah, affectionately known as J.E. Ackah, represented the Jomoro constituency in the Western Region from 1993 to 2005.

His death was announced by Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Ellembelle MP and Deputy Minority Leader, in a Wednesday post on social media

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While details surrounding his death remain unclear, Buah praised Ackah's commitment to education and public service.

Ackah, who also served as the Chairman of the Board of Takoradi Technical University from 2013 to 2016, is remembered for his dedication and impact in Ghanaian society. Tributes have poured in, with many mourning the loss of a respected leader and educationist.

I am saddened to learn of the passing of the Hon. J. E. Ackah, the longest-serving Member of Parliament for the Jomoro constituency, dedicating his service from 1993 to 2005.

Prior to becoming an MP, Mr. Ackah distinguished himself as an outstanding educationist, who… pic.twitter.com/jHPGQOMyXI

— Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (@ArmahKofiBuah) April 17, 2024