Members of Parliament (MPs) on Tuesday appeared in the Chamber dressed in black attire to mourn their late colleague, Ernest Yaw Kumi.
Mr Kumi, a first-time MP representing the Akwatia Constituency, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, after a brief illness.
The lawmakers remain in shock over the sudden demise of the 40-year-old legislator.
Following news of his passing on Monday, Minority Leader and Tolon MP, Habib Iddrisu, draped his seat in red in a symbolic display of grief.
Although Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, is yet to officially announce the death to the House, the somber mood and appearance of MPs sent a clear message of pain and sadness.
A joint delegation from both the Majority and Minority sides has visited Mr Kumi’s residence at Spintex to commiserate with the bereaved family.
During the visit, it was announced that Afigya Kwabre North MP, Collins Adomako-Mensah, will serve as the liaison between the family and Parliament until the funeral rites are concluded.
The parliamentary seat will remain vacant until a by-election is conducted.
Source: Adomonline.com
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