"We Need Leaders Who Emboddy Absolute Truthfulness," National Chairman Hopeful Dr. Oppong-Fosu Declares to NDC Delegates

Dr. Akwasi Oppong-Fosu, an aspiring National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has urged delegates in the Tema Central Constituency to prioritize unwavering party loyalty when selecting national executive officers.

Addressing delegates during a campaign tour in Tema on Friday, November 6, Dr. Oppong-Fosu outlined his vision to lead the party, emphasizing his deep connection to its core tenets. "I was among the founding members of the NDC who understand the party's principles and values, qualities that set the NDC apart from other political parties. At this crucial juncture, we need leaders who embody absolute truthfulness," Dr. Oppong-Fosu stated. "A leader's message in the morning must remain consistent by the afternoon; there should be no ambiguity in the communications delivered to supporters over time."

He asserted that dedicated party members serve the electorate with truth and integrity because they internalize the party's foundational values. He further called on delegates to mandate leaders who remain accessible to the rank and file, thereby fostering internal trust and earning the mandate of the Ghanaian public.

Addressing the perceived disconnect between the national executive body and local party members, Dr. Oppong-Fosu pledged that his administration would strengthen party-government relations by actively involving the grassroots.

Elaborating on the campaign’s vision, campaign manager and former Member of Parliament for Tema Central, Harruna Fuseini, highlighted that their strategy centers on bridging the gap between leadership and local structures. "We rely on votes at the grassroots level; therefore, their voices are as vital as their votes," Mr. Fuseini said. "To consolidate the party's strength, we must actively listen to what the grassroots require."

Mr. Fuseini added that Dr. Oppong-Fosu is committed to prioritizing grassroots perspectives in governmental decision-making. Organizing the party from the ground up and offering members a meaningful role in governance, he noted, remains essential to maintaining the NDC's position as the political party of choice. By Nicholas Tetteh Amedor