Hawa Koomson: 'Naa Koryoo Cannot Do the Job' – A Tale of Two MPs in Kasoa

Former Awutu Senya East Member of Parliament, Mavis Hawa Koomson, has thrown down the gauntlet at her successor, Phyllis Naa Koryoo Okunnor, insisting the current MP is struggling to deliver on her mandate. Speaking on Asaase FM on August 26, 2026, the outspoken former legislator did not mince words, even as her successor's party, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), holds the reins of government.

“Koryoo cannot do the job. There is no day she can deliver on her mandate,” Hawa Koomson said, setting the tone for a candid assessment of the constituency's developmental trajectory.

What has Naa Koryoo delivered in Awutu Senya East?

Hawa Koomson questioned the developmental record of her successor, noting that she has not seen any major intervention by Naa Koryoo since she assumed office. The former MP went further, alleging that the current MP has not even undertaken basic philanthropic activities, such as providing cloth to widows, despite being in office for almost two years.

“Her party is in power but hasn't done anything. Since she assumed office as MP, I haven't even heard anyone say she has provided even a yard of cloth to widows in the constituency before,” she added.

The track record that set the bar in Kasoa

Hawa Koomson was quick to contrast her own achievements, which she said were delivered even when her party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), was in opposition. She cited the purchase of an ambulance for Kasoa within her first 100 days as MP, a first for the community, as a hallmark of her tenure.

“Under my tenure as MP, when my party was in opposition, I purchased an ambulance for Kasoa in my first 100 days, and that was their first time of having one,” she revealed.

She also highlighted the construction and furnishing of an education office in Kasoa before the 2016 elections, complete with school desks, alongside consistent support for students, widows, and mothers.

“Before the 2016 elections, I had even constructed a fully furnished education office in Kasoa, including school desks. I paid fees, helped widows and mothers, and made sure to provide them with cloth every year before my party came to power in 2017,” she noted.

Beyond government funds: The power of partnerships

One of the most striking aspects of Hawa Koomson's approach was her ability to mobilize resources outside the traditional government funding channels. She explained that she built strategic relationships with individuals who sponsored her projects with money, building materials, and other resources.

“People thought the developmental work I did in the constituency was government funds, but no, I had people who sponsored me, and when I call on them, they always come to help. I was able to construct a storey building in the constituency due to their sponsorships of building materials and other things,” she explained.

This entrepreneurial approach extended to empowering local traders. “I empowered the Kasoa market women by giving them capital for their businesses,” she added, underscoring a model that blended philanthropy with economic enablement.

Can the 'huge shoes' be filled?

The former MP insisted that the standard she set in Kasoa would be difficult for any successor to surpass. “For the standard I have set in Kasoa, it will be difficult for anyone to break that. The shoes I left behind were huge so it will be difficult for anyone to fill them,” she said.

On a personal level, Hawa Koomson was candid about her relationship with Naa Koryoo, admitting it is far from cordial. “I will not say I have a good relationship with her because she thinks she knows better than I do. She doesn't know that she can take lessons from my achievements, and maybe that is why she is struggling,” she concluded.

What does this mean for Kasoa's development?

This public exchange raises important questions about the nature of constituency development in Ghana. Is it the sole responsibility of the MP, or does it require a collaborative effort between the state, private partners, and community leaders? Hawa Koomson's model of leveraging private sponsorship offers a compelling case study for other MPs, regardless of party affiliation.

For Naa Koryoo, the challenge is clear: match the pace, or risk being defined by a predecessor's legacy. For the constituents of Awutu Senya East, the real winner will be the one who delivers tangible progress, not just political rhetoric.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Hawa Koomson achieve as MP for Awutu Senya East?

Hawa Koomson's achievements include purchasing an ambulance for Kasoa within her first 100 days, constructing a furnished education office, supporting students and widows, and empowering market women with business capital, all while her party was in opposition.

Why is Hawa Koomson criticizing her successor?

Hawa Koomson claims that Naa Koryoo has failed to deliver on her mandate, citing a lack of major developmental projects and philanthropic activities in the constituency despite the NDC being in government.

How did Hawa Koomson fund her projects?

She relied on a network of private sponsors who provided money, building materials, and other resources, rather than depending solely on government funds.

Watch the full interview below: