The sudden death of Akwatia MP Ernest Kumi has taken a poignant turn as fellow lawmaker Kennedy Nyarko Osei revealed that Kumi had no intention of seeking re-election in 2028 and deeply regretted the political turmoil he endured.
In a moving Facebook post on July 8, Hon. Osei recounted a candid moment shared with Kumi and Hon. Cassiel Ato Forson, during which Kumi openly expressed his frustration, saying he would not contest again due to the emotional and legal toll surrounding his 2024 declaration.
Despite winning legitimately, Kumi reportedly felt betrayed by the system and disillusioned with the political process.
Kennedy Nyarko noted that Kumi’s words were laced with regret and resignation, describing him as a man burdened by the cost of political struggle.
“There is no fairness in this world. We labour in vain. Vanity, all is vanity,” Osei lamented, echoing Kumi’s emotional state in his final months.
The revelation has sparked public reflection on the emotional and psychological strain endured by public officeholders, especially in highly polarized political environments.
Read Hon. Kennedy Nyarko Osei’s post on Facebook.
A DAY AFTER YOUR PAINFUL EXIT
Ernest, I remember the day I gave you and Hon. Forson a lift in my car from Office to the MP’s car park, just to pick up your vehicles, you openly mentioned that you wouldn’t like to seek re-election at the end of this term and I questioned why ? You indicated what you’ve been through, the hustle and the situation you find yourself in as a member of parliament. I could sense some regrets and frustrations but I tried talking you through.
Yes, indeed there is no fairness in this world. We Labour in Vain. Vanity, all is Vanity.
ERNEST, MAY YOUR GENTLE SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE. YAW, Nante yie.
