The Point of View<\/em> with Bernard Avle, Mr. Agyepong explained that the NDC has historically relied on ethnocentric tactics to fuel anti-NPP sentiments, portraying the ruling party as an \u201cAkan party\u201d to sway voters.<\/p>\nHowever, the NDC\u2019s long-standing narrative has been disrupted with the election of Dr. Bawumia, a Northerner and a Muslim, as the NPP\u2019s flagbearer.<\/p>\n
Mr. Agyepong argued that Dr. Bawumia\u2019s candidacy demonstrates the NPP\u2019s inclusivity and broad voter appeal, transcending ethnic lines. This shift, he noted, has complicated the NDC\u2019s ability to effectively push its traditional campaign message.<\/p>\n
He further emphasized that the NPP\u2019s choice of Dr. Bawumia has silenced critics and showcased the party\u2019s commitment to national unity.<\/p>\n
According to Agyepong, despite internal conflicts and challenges, Dr. Bawumia\u2019s leadership strengthens the party\u2019s position, particularly in regions like Greater Accra.<\/p>\n
He expressed confidence in the NPP\u2019s chances in the upcoming 2024 general election, stating that the party still has significant support across the country, especially in key areas.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m pretty confident that we may surprise a few in Accra. In any case, people have forgotten that, for the first time, electing Dr Bawumia, has also disarmed the NDC of their most potent propaganda weapon. Because from 1982, all they needed to do was to go to the Zongos and do a very ethnocentric campaign, talk about the NPP as an Asante party not even an Akan party. And create hate that we don\u2019t respect the rest of the country.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe don\u2019t respect people from the North and all that. And from 1982, they resurrected the Alien Compliance Order. They have been masters in propaganda.<\/p>\n
\u201cAnd to the extent that their candidate was out there telling the whole world he wants to see whether his younger brother, Dr Bawumia will be given the nod. You know this Akan party, these Ashanti people they will never give it to him. Didn\u2019t he say that? It was emphasised by their general secretary Fifi Kwetey, that they believed it so much.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe party thought otherwise and voted 61% [for Bawumia]. Now they\u2019re struggling with their messages. I believe strongly that areas that we used not to go to, they know we\u2019re fighting them on that turf.\u201d<\/p>\n
He highlighted the party\u2019s formidable grassroots support, characterising its base as \u201cvery strong\u201d.<\/p>\n
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