Bernard Mornah
Bernard Mornah | |
|---|---|
| Flagbearer of the People’s National Convention (PNC) | |
| Assumed office September 2024 | |
| Preceded by | David Apasera |
| National Chairman of the People’s National Convention (PNC) | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Bernard Anbataayela Mornah |
| Political party | People’s National Convention (PNC) |
| Education | University of Cape Coast Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft |
| Website | Official website |
Bernard Anbataayela Mornah is a Ghanaian politician and the flagbearer of the People's National Convention (PNC).[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Mornah had his bachelor's degree in Economics and Sociology from the University of Cape Coast in 2003. He further had his master's degree in International Development and Economics from the Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft (University of Applied Science) Berlin in Germany.[3]
Career
[edit]Mornah is a managing partner of Ndaana Ghana Ltd. He is also the chief executive officer of Gateway Savanah Limited. He is also the vice president of Saharan Economic and Financial Consortium and chairman of Yiriyela Enterprise.[3] He is also the secretary of the ECOWAS Interim steering committee of Forum of West African Political Parties (FOWAPP).[3] He is also a farmer.[4]
Political career
[edit]Mornah was the National Chairman of the Convention People's Party.[5] He was also the National Chairman of the People's National Convention (PNC).[4][6] Currently, he is the presidential candidate of the People's National Convention (PNC).[7][8][9] Mornah won by 1,138 votes whiles David Apasera had 216 votes.[10][11][12]
Controversy
[edit]In September 2024, the Electoral Commission of Ghana disqualified Mornah and other 11 candidates from contesting in the 2024 presidential election for failing to meet the requirements.[1][13] He sued the Electoral Commission over his disqualification from the presidential race.[14][15]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Court adjourns ruling on disqualification of Bernard Mornah to Oct 21". 2024-10-16. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ "EC Explains Why Bernard Mornah Was Disqualified". DailyGuide Network. 2024-09-21. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ a b c "Bernard Mornah". Ghana Web. 16 October 2024. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ a b Dapatem, Donald Ato (3 May 2024). "I will be people's President — Bernard Mornah". Graphic Online. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ "Bernard Anbataayela Mornah vs Burkina Faso Republic of Benin Republic of Cote d'Ivoire Republic of Ghana Republic of Malawi Republic of Mali Republic of Tunisia United Republic of Tanzania" (PDF). www.african-court.org. 2018. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ "PNC to introduce radicalism & dirty politics in campaign – Chairman Mornah | 3News". 2020-08-05. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ "Bernard Mornah is more qualified than others cleared to contest, EC discriminates - Mahama - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2024-10-14. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ Michael, Petit (15 October 2024). "Amir of Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission appeals to EC to put Bernard Mornah back on the ballot". Ghana Web. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ "PNC Chairman Dazes Mahama From Deep Sleep Over Bernard Mornah Disqualification". DailyGuide Network. 2024-10-14. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ "PNC introduces Bernard Mornah as presidential candidate". BusinessGhana. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ "Bernard Mornah Elected PNC Flagbearer | GhHeadlines Total News Total Information". ghheadlines.com. 2024-09-19. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ Online, Peace FM. "Election 2024: Bernard Mornah Elected PNC Flagbearer". Peacefmonline.com - Ghana news. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ Gyesi, Zadok Kwame (16 October 2024). "Mahama can give his position to Bernard Mornah to contest 2024 election - LPG General Secretary". Graphic Online. Retrieved 16 October 2024.
- ^ "Bernard Mornah sues EC over disqualification from presidential race". 2024-09-24. Retrieved 2024-10-16.
- ^ "Bernard Mornah sues EC; seeks reinstatement in 2024 presidential race - MyJoyOnline". www.myjoyonline.com. 2024-09-24. Retrieved 2024-10-16.