- Ernest Kumi’s wife, Mavis, broke down in tears as she arrived at the one-week observation of the late MP in an emotional moment
- The one week observation of the late Akwatia legislator occurred on Friday, August 29, 2025, in his hometown of Akyem Wenchi
- Ernest Kumi died at the age of 40 on July 7, 2025, after complaining of chest pains at home and he was rushed to the Lister Hospital in Spintex
Ernest Kumi’s wife evoked sadness on social media after arriving at his one week commemoration weeping over his loss.
Source: Facebook
The Member of Parliament for Akwatia passed away on July 7, 2025, at the age of 40, after a short illness.
According to the late MP’s brother, he returned to Accra from a trip in the early hours of the day and shortly started complaining of chest pains.
He was rushed to the Lister Hospital in Spintex, Tema, where he succumbed to his illness.
It was later confirmed that the first time legislator died of a heart attack.
Ernest Kumi’s death came amid a fierce legal battle to hold onto his seat after he secured victory in the December 2024 parliamentary elections.
According to the MP for Akuapem North, Sammi Awuku, he believed the death was related to stress as the legal challenges related to his win in the 2024 elections had placed an undue toll on his health.
NPP organises Ernest Kumi candlelight vigil
On Thursday, August 28, a candlelight vigil was held for the late MP in Akyem-Wenchi.
The vigil brought together family members and sympathisers of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the constituency, as well as regional and national executives of the party.
NPP executives also announced that the members of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) were barred from the event.
Below is a Facebook post with details of Ernest Kumi’s candlelight vigil.
Ernest Kumi’s wife weeps at one week
Following the late MP’s death, a one week observation was scheduled for Friday, August 29, at Akyem Wenchi.
Ernest Kumi’s wife, Mavis, showed up at the one week observation in tears over the tragic loss of her husband.
Source: Facebook
She was observed arriving with an entourage of women to provide her support as she struggled to keep her emotions in check.
The video stirred sadness on social media with many Ghanaians expressing their condolences to Mrs Kumi.
The TikTok video of Ernest Kumi’s wife is below.
Reactions to Ernest Kumi’s widow weeping
YEN.com.gh compiled some comments reacting to the video of Ernest Kumi’s widow weeping.
Abena said:
“😭😭😭😭ooh sorry.”
K .Y wrote:
“Hmmmm, so sad paaa😭.”
Dzigbordi💝🫶💝 commented:
“Hmmm, she’s trying to hold herself awwww.”
Akwatia residents grieve Ernest Kumi’s loss
Previously, YEN.com.gh reported that residents of Akwatia wept bitterly over Ernest Kumi’s unexpected death.
At the late MP’s residence, a large number of Akwatia residents including party faithful, family, and friends, sadly eulogised the qualities of the late MP.
The late MP, known as Akwatia Star Boy, was praised for his humility, hard work and service to the underprivileged.
Source: YEN.com.gh
Source: Yen.com.gh
