I’m under pressure to secure jobs for NDC grassroots – Ashanti NDC Chairman cries out
The Ashanti Regional leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has acknowledged mounting pressure to secure jobs for grassroots members in the region.
The Regional Chairman of the party, Augustus Nana Kwasi Andrews, however, urged calm among supporters amid concerns over delays in appointments and employment opportunities.
Speaking to journalists in Kumasi on December 8, Mr. Andrews commended party members for their critical role in securing the NDC’s victory in the 2024 general elections, assuring that the party would not neglect those who worked tirelessly for the win.
Augustus Nana Kwasi Andrews
Despite the Ashanti Region traditionally being a stronghold of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), the NDC made significant gains in both the presidential and parliamentary elections.
More than a year after the victory, party leadership and government officials are facing increasing pressure from supporters seeking job placements, a situation Mr. Andrews described as a major challenge.
He called on party members to remain patient and trust the leadership to address their concerns in due course.
“Looking at the campaign that we did last election (2024), they did very well. They used their energy, their money, their resources, everything. And you know that when you work for somebody, and the person wins power, you have to compensate the person. And there’s a lot of pressure on me. So everybody is demanding.
He added, “The grassroots are calling for more, and everybody needs their own share. That’s why I’m asking my branches to remain calm. They should have hope in H.E President John Dramani Mahama.
“We know that not everybody will get, but the few that will get an appointment, we have to bring it down so that everybody can enjoy their sweat.”
He also assured the party’s resolve to work closely with the Government to deliver on key promises made to the people of the Ashanti Region.The party says it will ensure that the people of the Ashanti Region are not disappointed. Source:Hafiz Tijani
