According to the report from the Tigpost, The National Chairman of Ghana’s National Democratic Congress (NDC), Asiedu Nketia, has called on residents of Asunafo South and North to consider competence as the primary criterion for selecting their leaders in the upcoming elections, rather than allowing family ties to influence their votes.
His remarks underscore a shared concern within the party and among citizens that qualified, capable leaders are essential to addressing the community’s pressing needs.
Speaking at a recent gathering in Asunafo, Nketia underscored the importance of evaluating candidates by their professional backgrounds, accomplishments, and commitment to public service. “If we were to base things on family connections, I could have easily become the National Chairman of the NPP,” he remarked.
Reflecting on his roots, he explained, “The party originated in Wenchi, and all of you had the chance to be part of it. Today, the Busia-led party that we started in Wenchi, where Busia himself was born, has seen the Wenchi district split into three constituencies: Banda, Tain, and Wenchi East. By the grace of God, all these constituencies have shifted, and we now have NDC MPs representing them.”
Nketia’s message arrives at a crucial moment, as Ghana heads to the polls in less than 50 days. The heightened stakes and tense atmosphere reflect an increasingly polarized electorate, with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) battling to earn public trust amid economic challenges and social unrest. Both major parties are intensifying their campaigns and strategies, vying for the support of undecided voters.
The NPP, led by Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, aims to defend its policies, projecting continuity as a pathway to stability. Meanwhile, the NDC, with former President John Dramani Mahama as its flagbearer, is focusing on governance issues, allegations of corruption, and Ghana’s high cost of living—pressing issues they hope will resonate with the electorate.
As both sides work to consolidate their bases, Nketia’s plea for voters to prioritize competence serves as a critical reminder of the importance of strong, capable leadership in navigating Ghana’s current challenges.