NDC Footsoldiers Crying Over Jobs as Fatimatu Abubakar Predicts Bawumia’s 2028 Victory

Former Information Minister Fatimatu Abubakar has taken a swipe at supporters of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), claiming that some party footsoldiers are lamenting their joblessness on social media while expressing confidence that former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia will become Ghanaians’ preferred choice in the 2028 general elections.

Her comments have drawn attention to the relationship between political loyalty, employment expectations and the challenges facing parties after securing electoral victories.

Abubakar’s remarks suggest that dissatisfaction among some NDC supporters could become a talking point as political discussions surrounding the next general election gradually intensify.

Political footsoldiers play an important role in Ghana’s electoral process. They help mobilise supporters, campaign for candidates and promote party messages, often contributing significantly to the efforts that lead to electoral victories.

However, Abubakar’s claims indicate that some supporters may be experiencing frustrations over their employment situations, despite their party being in government.

The alleged complaints have raised questions about the expectations that grassroots supporters attach to political victories, particularly regarding access to employment opportunities and other benefits.

For many political parties, maintaining the confidence of their grassroots supporters remains essential to sustaining unity and strengthening their electoral base.

Nevertheless, complaints expressed by some individuals on social media should not automatically be interpreted as representing the position of the entire NDC membership.

Abubakar also expressed optimism about the political future of Dr Bawumia, predicting that Ghanaians would favour him in the 2028 presidential election.

Bawumia, who served as Vice President under the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration, remains a prominent figure in Ghanaian politics.

His prospects in the next election will depend on several considerations, including the concerns of voters, the performance of the governing party and the ability of competing candidates to convince the electorate.

Abubakar’s prediction reflects her confidence in the NPP’s ability to regain political power, although the outcome of the 2028 election remains uncertain.

With the next election still ahead, both the NDC and NPP will have to work towards strengthening their support bases and addressing issues that matter to Ghanaians.

Whether the alleged frustrations among NDC footsoldiers will translate into a broader political disadvantage remains to be seen.

For now, Abubakar’s comments have linked concerns about joblessness among party supporters with her bold expectation that Bawumia could emerge as the candidate Ghanaians choose in 2028.

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