{"id":331260,"date":"2025-04-22T11:40:38","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T11:40:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2025\/04\/22\/i-am-here-to-convince-not-intimidate-oti-regional-minister\/"},"modified":"2025-04-22T11:40:38","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T11:40:38","slug":"i-am-here-to-convince-not-intimidate-oti-regional-minister","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ghanamma.com\/2025\/04\/22\/i-am-here-to-convince-not-intimidate-oti-regional-minister\/","title":{"rendered":"I am here to convince, not intimidate &#8211; Oti Regional Minister"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>By Kingsley Mamore<\/p>\n<p>Dambai (O\/R), April 22, GNA \u2013 The Oti Regional Minister, Mr. John Kwadwo Gyapong, has expressed commitment to constructive politics, stating, \u201cI\u2019m here to convince, not to intimidate\u201d, as he extends an invitation to his opponents to join the National Democratic Congress (NDC).<\/p>\n<p>Speaking to the Ghana News Agency (GNA), the Minister stated that as a son of the soil, he would do everything possible to lift the image of Oti Region, highlighting his personal stake in its development and prosperity, reassuring residents of his unwavering commitment to their well-being.<\/p>\n<p>To address challenges and harness opportunities, the Minister said he was aiming at propelling Oti Region towards a brighter future, aligning it with the growth trajectory of other regions in Ghana.<\/p>\n<p>Mr Gyapong reiterated his affection for the region, pledged to pursue every initiative that would accelerate development and bring benefits to the area.<\/p>\n<p>He targets to harness opportunities and implement projects that will drive growth and improve lives.<\/p>\n<p>He expressed optimism that with a visionary president like Mr. John Dramani Mahama, the region\u2019s infrastructure would be significantly improved, and living standards would be elevated.<\/p>\n<p>The Minister\u2019s confidence stems from his belief in Mr. Mahama\u2019s leadership and development agenda.<\/p>\n<p>Under this vision, Mr Gyapong expects to see notable advancements in the region\u2019s infrastructure, including roads, education, healthcare and other essential services, ultimately enhancing the quality of life for residents.<\/p>\n<p>GNA<\/p>\n<p>MA\/GRB<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Kingsley Mamore Dambai (O\/R), April 22, GNA \u2013 The Oti Regional Minister, Mr. John Kwadwo Gyapong, has expressed commitment to constructive politics, stating, \u201cI\u2019m here to convince, not to intimidate\u201d, as he extends an invitation to his opponents to join the National Democratic Congress (NDC). 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