The Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Masloc,Hon.Kwabena Asamoah Nkansah,has made a passionate appeal to Ghanaians to vote massively for Dr.Mahamudu Bawumia come 7th December,2024 general election to continue the solid foundation laid by Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo administration.
Hon.Kwabena Asamoah Nkansah
According to him,Dr.Bawumia,who has so far outlined about Seventy (70) points agenda on how to transform the nation,is the best choice for Ghanaians,and no one should make mistake
Dr.Bawumia
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Hon.Asamoah made the appeal in an interview with Angel 96.1 FM,a local based radio station in Kumasi on Wednesday,17th April,2024 while on Ashanti Regional tour with The National Youth Organizer of the NPP Salam Mustapha.
Founder of the Movement for Change, Alan Kyerematen, has extended an invitation to the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the launch of the Alliance for Revolutionary Change at UPSA today, Wednesday April 17, 2024.
The Movement for Change (M4C), spearheaded by Alan Kyerematen, and the National Interest Movement (NIM), led by Dr. Abu Sakara Foster, recently concluded talks with several political entities to establish a grand alliance to contest the 2024 General elections.
In a statement dated April 12, the Alliance officially invited the party from which Alan Kyerematen parted ways to the launch of his new group.
The event is scheduled to take place at the University of Professional Studies at 1 pm.
I write to respectfully invite you as Special Guest to the launch of Alliance for Revolutionary Change (ARC), scheduled for Wednesday, April 17, at the auditorium of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA),” an excerpt of the invitation said
As part of preparations ahead of the December polls, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), is set to officially outdoor the party’s running mate, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, as its running mate.
The event, earmarked for Wednesday, April 24, 2024, will take place at the Kofi Ohene Konadu Auditorium at the University of Professional Studies (UPSA).
In a statement issued by the party’s Communications Officer, Sammy Gyamfi noted that the ceremony aims to showcase the NDC’s commitment to inclusivity and progressive leadership ahead of the upcoming elections.
The event is expected to be attended by several prominent figures within the NDC, including the former president and the party’s flagbearer for the 2024 general elections, John Dramani Mahama.
“Also in attendance will be members of Parliament and an array of distinguished guests from the Diplomatic Corps, the Clergy, Nananom, Women Groups, academia, representatives of Civil Society Organizations, Labour Organizations, and Creative Arts, among others.
John &Jane
“The Running mate, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang will address the nation on the NDC’s vision for a progressive, inclusive and prosperous Ghana, as well as the live-transforming policies of our visionary Flag-bearer for the 2024 general elections,” part of the statement read.
The Asante Patriots Network-Diaspora (APN-D),has cautioned the Vice President of Ghana,who doubles as the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) Flagbearer for 2024 general election,Dr.Mahamudu Bawumia,not to set a bad Precedent that will hunt his authority as the Leader of the Party(NPP).
The group, in a statement said “We want to humbly remind our beloved HE Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, that HE Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, chose you against the calls made by others in the favour of the late Alhaji MND Jawula, Hajia Alima Mahama and others, who were relatively known in the party.
Although,these personalities did not sponsor petitions, the calls made in their favour could have been heeded to, but the President chose you because besides competence, he had/has confidence in you, and was/is comfortable working with you as his Running Mate/Vice President.
File photo of Dr.Bawumia, addressing NPP suppporters in one of the party’s gatherings.
The President again, smartly avoided the temptation of setting a bad precedent by ignoring the calls made by the majority caucus in Parliament to sack the Finance Minister.
There was the possibility of Majority Caucus and others employing the same strategy to coerce the President into taking certain decisions if he had succumbed to the calls for the dismissal of the Finance Minister. He respected their appeal, and engaged them, but only sacked the Finance Minister when he the President found appropriate”,the emphasized.
The statement was jointly signed by Julius Oteng-Mensah (USA),
Maame Adwoa Konadu (UK),
Mary Asantewaa Nyamekye (Germany),Dr. Kwame Kwarteng (China) and
Yaa Adutwumwaa Mmrosa (France) respectively.
The Asante Patriots Network-Diaspora (APN-D) statement heading
“HE DR BAWUMIA SHOULD NOT SET A BAD PRECEDENT THAT WILL HAUNT HIS AUTHORITY AS LEADER OF THE NPP – Ashantis in the diaspora warn Dr. Bawumia“.
The group in the said statement made wild allegations against Dr.Mathew Opoku Prempeh aka NAPO,the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South,who doubles as Energy Minister in the lobbying for the position.
The group claimed that, they
are saddened by the attempts by Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh to use some constituency officers in the Ashanti Region to influence the selection of running mate by their Flagbearer, HE Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
They, alleged influencing of constituency executives to endorse Napo for the position(running mate) which is something that needs to be condemned by all, and “we are surprised people are quiet in Ghana. This has not happened before and it should not be encouraged. The Presidential Candidate should not be reduced to, or portrayed as someone who lacks the capacity to make sound judgment as a leader”.
The group admitted that,It is good to lobby or recommend, but it is unacceptable for NAPO to allegedly sponsor petitions and resort to other political tactics to impose himself as a choice to the Flagbearer.
It should only tell Dr. Bawumia how desperate NAPO is for power, which we find very dangerous for him, Dr. Bawumia”.
We the Ashantis in the diaspora are watching. Ghanaians are also watching you. This is a big test for you.
We trust you. We know you will not disappoint the silent majority of the party people across the length and breadth of Ghana as well as we the Ashantis in the diaspora. We also know you will not disappoint Ghanaians too.
The New Trust Newspaper has gathered that everything is set for the official inauguration of Ahafo Ano South West New Patriotic Party (NPP) campaign team for 2024, including a fundraising ceremony.
The ceremony is scheduled to take place at the forecourt of the Ahafo Ano South West District Assembly at Mankraso, the district and constituency capital, on Tuesday,16th April 2024.
The announcement was posted on the official Facebook wall of the NPP Parliamentary Candidate, Mr. Elvis Osei Mensah Daapah, who is popularly known as Okumkom.
The message reads: “DO YOU KNOW THE INAUGURATION AND FUNDRAISING PROGRAMME WILL BE COMING ON THIS 16TH APRIL 2024?
Dear party faithful,
The Ahafo Ano South West Constituency New Patriotic Party wishes to inform all party faithful and all other stakeholders about our official campaign launch and fundraising @ Mankraso (District Assembly), 16th April 2024.
#.Breaking the 8 is a communal labour.
#.Dapaah can do
#.Bawumia can do
#.It is possible
#.Ahafo Ano South West Constituency
Former President John Dramani Mahama, on Saturday, received the African Advancement Award for Exemplary Leadership at the 2024 African Heritage Awards Ceremony in Lagos, Nigeria.
Organised by the Heritage Times of Nigeria, the African Heritage Awards is a platform that unites influential African innovators, entrepreneurs, and organisations, all of whom, like John Dramani Mahama, are instrumental in propelling the continent towards greatness.
The 2024 ceremony was chaired by former Botswana President Dr Seretse Khama Ian Khama and was the second edition of the awards. The first edition took place in Kigali, Rwanda in 2024.
In a citation accompanying his recognition as an Exemplary African Leader, Mr Mahama, who is leading the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) to Ghana’s 2024 elections, was recognised for implementing strategic economic initiatives and massive infrastructure projects across various critical sectors to address economic challenges and improve livelihoods, including efforts to alleviate power shortages and boost job creation through agricultural expansion.
Mr John Dramani Mahama receiving the award
Mahama’s administration prioritised strategic economic initiatives to enhance the quality of life for Ghanaians and implemented large-scale infrastructure projects across various sectors like Transportation, Healthcare, Education, Power, and Housing.
“To address the power shortage problem, Mahama deployed emergency plans and sped up the completion of power plants, which resulted in more than 800 megawatts of power within 18 months.”
“John Dramani Mahama is a man of peace who passionately loves his people. This love for peace and security in Ghana was put to the test when, after a democratic election, he peacefully handed over power to his successor in the spirit of strengthening and sustaining democracy in Africa.”
“For being a shining example with a proven track record of his passion for advancing democracy, peace, security, and development of Ghana and Africa, we celebrate his tenacious spirit, which has driven Ghana to greater heights with impacts that are still felt today.”
Other award recipients at the ceremony included the African Rising Movement, recognised for Social Justice and Advocacy, and Dr Jayne Obioma Onwumere, CEO of the Property World Africa Network, recognised for her work in Women’s Emancipation and Empowerment.
The Second Vice Chairman of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) for Ejisu, Lawyer Kwabena Boateng, has been declared winner of the Ejisu primary to become the parliamentary candidate of the NPP in the upcoming by-election in the Ejisu Constituency slated for 30th April 2024.
He polled 394 votes out of 1033 total valid votes cast ahead of his closest contender, Helena Mensah, who garnered 302 votes, followed by Yaa Gyamera, who obtained 229 votes.
The results per the balloting positions of the candidates are as follows:
Total votes cast – 1035
Valid votes cast – 1034
Rejected ballot – 2
Lawyer Kwabena Boateng – 394 votes
Dr. Evans Duah – 63 votes
Klinsman Karikari Mensa – 2 votes
Helena Mensah – 302 votes
Abena Pokuaa Amoah-Boaitey – No vote (zero)
Portia Acheampong Abronye – 6 votes
Lawyer Kwesi Nyantakyi – 35 votes
Aaron Prince Duah – 2 votes
Yaa Gyamera Aboagye – 229 votes
Mr. Benjamin Bannor-Bio, the Regional Director of the Electoral Commission (EC) made the declaration.
Kwasi Nyantakyi, the former president of the Ghana Football Association, was admitted to the hospital in advance of the New Patriotic Party’s parliamentary primary for Ejisu, but he was eventually discharged.
Nyantakyi, who is vying for the NPP parliamentary candidacy in the Ejisu Constituency, was hospitalized on Friday evening after complaining of stomach pains to his team.
Kwasi Nyantakyi
A source from his campaign team confirmed to Citi News that Nyantakyi was hospitalized for treatment following his complaint.
According to the source, Nyantakyi’s illness may have been exacerbated by not eating all day due to his busy schedule ahead of Saturday’s polls, which included a planned meeting with delegates.
He received treatment at Legacy Hospital in Asokore Mampong.
Following his discharge, Nyantakyi promptly headed to the voting centre to rally delegates to support his bid to replace the late John Kumah.
Mr. Nyantakyi acknowledged to the media that he was admitted to the hospital but that he is currently feeling healthy.
A total of 1081 delegates are set to decide the fate of nine aspirants vying to represent the New Patriotic Party in the upcoming by-election in the Ejisu Constituency.
The party is conducting its parliamentary primary to select a candidate following the passing of the Member of Parliament for Ejisu, John Ampontuah Kumah.
Campaign activities have been intense throughout the week as aspirants engage with delegates to secure their votes.
The party is urging both aspirants and delegates to strictly adhere to election guidelines and reiterating calls for aspirants not to encamp delegates.
Ashanti Regional Research and Elections Officer of the NPP, Nana Kofi Owusu, assured Citi News that all is in readiness for today’s elections.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti youth oganisers have clarified their stance amidst rumors circulating about their endorsement of Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh as a potential running mate for the party.
Dismissing the claims as misrepresentative of the broader sentiments within the region, the organisers emphasized the importance of democratic processes within the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
According to Article 12 (b) of the NPP’s Constitution, the selection of the vice-presidential candidate lies within the prerogative of the presidential candidate, in consultation with the National Council.
The organisers underscored that it is not the mandate of youth organisers to exert undue influence on such decisions, stressing the need for democratic principles to prevail.
“It’s important to clarify that this assertion does not accurately represent the sentiments of the majority of youth organisers in the Ashanti Region,” the organisers stated firmly, addressing the misconception surrounding Dr. Prempeh’s alleged endorsement.
Dr.Mathew Opoku Prempeh aka NAPO
Furthermore, the organisers outlined the qualities they believe are essential in a vice-presidential candidate, emphasizing traits such as humility, respect across all sectors, national appeal, and widespread popularity among Ghanaians.
“To ensure maximum support from party members and the Ghanaian populace, it is paramount for our party’s leadership to consider a candidate who embodies these qualities,” they urged.
Below is the press statement
We Have Not Endorsed Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh as Running Mate; Ashanti Youth Organisers
We wish to address the recent press statement regarding alleged widespread support for Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh for the position of running mate. It’s important to clarify that this assertion does not accurately represent the sentiments of the majority of youth organisers in the Ashanti Region. The purported endorsement merely reflects the views of a few individuals and does not speak on behalf of the broader Youth Organisers or their Constituency.
Article 12 (b) of the Constitution of the New Patriotic Party provides that, the selection of the vice-presidential candidate rests with the Presidential Candidate, in consultation with the National Council of the party. It is not within the mandate of youth organisers to exert pressure, whether directly or indirectly, on the Presidential Candidate regarding the choice of a running mate. Such actions would constitute undue influence and run counter to the democratic principles of our party.
To ensure maximum support from party members and the Ghanaian populace, it is paramount for our party’s leadership to consider a candidate who embodies humility, commands respect across all sectors, possesses national appeal, and is widely liked by the majority of Ghanaians before finalising the choice of a vice-presidential candidate.
We urge all members of our party to extend their support and prayers to the presidential candidate through prayers and encouragement as they deliberate on selecting a suitable vice-presidential candidate. Let us collectively uphold the democratic values of our party and strive towards unity in preparation for the upcoming elections.
Former Member of Parliament (MP) for the Ejisu Constituency, Kwabena Owusu Aduomi, has announced his intention to contest the upcoming by-election as an independent candidate.
The declaration comes a day ahead of the New Patriotic Party’s primary to elect a candidate for the upcoming by-election.
A press release from the camp of the former MP ascribes the decision to sever ties with the NPP to the failure of party executives to deal with crucial concerns with the voter album.
Hon.Kwabena Owusu Aduomi
It further points to flaws in the election process for polling station executives, alleging that the deceased MP with the help of regional party executives handpicked some persons for key positions.
Find the full details below.
Hon. Owusu-Aduomi to contest Ejisu by-elections as Independent Candidate: A stand against party irregularities
In a bold move that highlights the importance of upholding democratic principles within political parties, Hon. Ing Kwabena Owusu Aduomi has announced his decision to contest the Ejisu by-elections as an independent candidate. This decision stems from the reluctance of the National Leadership of the NPP to address crucial concerns regarding the existing delegates album, a matter that strikes at the heart of party integrity and fairness.
The genesis of this decision traces back to the tumultuous Ejisu polling station executive elections, marred by irregularities that would have been deemed unacceptable in any democratic society. Rather than adhering to the democratic process, the late MP of Ejisu, with the assistance of the Regional Executives of the NPP, arbitrarily handpicked individuals to fill key positions—a blatant disregard for the party’s constitution and its fundamental principles.
Such actions have rightfully stirred vehement protests from conscientious party members and stakeholders across the nation. The issue has even found its way into the courts for adjudication, underscoring the gravity of the situation and the need for redress.
Hon. Owusu-Aduomi’s decision to contest the by-election as an independent candidate underscores his unwavering commitment to upholding democratic values and ensuring transparency and accountability within the party. By refusing to participate in an ostensibly flawed process, he sends a clear message that integrity and fairness must prevail, even at the expense of personal political aspirations.
This courageous stance serves as a beacon of hope for all those who cherish democracy and seek to safeguard the principles upon which our political institutions are built. It is a reminder that no individual or party is above the law, and that the will of the people must always be respected and upheld.
As the Ejisu by-elections loom on the horizon, Hon. Owusu-Aduomi’s candidacy stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of democracy and the enduring quest for justice and accountability within our political landscape. It is a call to action for all citizens to stand up and demand the transparency and fairness that are the bedrock of a healthy and vibrant democracy.
