“If he becomes National Chairman, he will take us to opposition with this attitude” – Anaba

Political commentator Citizen Ayeebo Anaba has raised concerns about the controversy surrounding Nii Lante Vanderpuye and comments he reportedly made about NDC Communications Officer Sammy Gyamfi. Anaba warned that the party could face political difficulties if Vanderpuye eventually becomes its National Chairman.

In a Facebook post, Anaba expressed his reservations about Vanderpuye’s conduct, suggesting that such an attitude could undermine the party’s chances of remaining in government.

His comments followed criticism of remarks Vanderpuye reportedly made during an appearance on Citi TV. Some NDC supporters interpreted the comments as an attack on Gyamfi, a prominent figure in the party’s communications structure.

Critics argued that Vanderpuye’s remarks could undermine unity within the NDC and potentially strengthen arguments made by political opponents. Although Vanderpuye subsequently reportedly offered an unreserved apology, the controversy has continued to attract different reactions from party supporters.

Anaba’s position reflects concerns among those who remain dissatisfied despite the apology. He suggested that anyone seeking to occupy the party’s highest organisational leadership positions should demonstrate discipline, good judgment and a commitment to maintaining unity among party members.

According to Anaba, the manner in which Vanderpuye handled the controversy raises questions about his suitability for the position of National Chairman. He argued that publicly aired disagreements among party members can weaken an organisation and create opportunities for political opponents.

The controversy has also triggered discussions about how political parties should balance accountability with internal cohesion. While some NDC supporters believe Vanderpuye has apologised and the matter should be put to rest, others maintain that the incident raises issues that deserve further consideration.

As the NDC looks ahead to future political contests, the debate has placed renewed attention on internal unity, discipline and relationships among senior party figures. Whether the controversy will have any lasting impact on Vanderpuye’s leadership ambitions, however, remains uncertain.