In recent news, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) political party in Ghana has held its internal primaries to elect parliamentary candidates for the upcoming general elections. The primaries, which were held across the country, saw a number of high-profile contests and closely watched races.
The NDC is one of the two major political parties in Ghana, and the primaries are an important step in the party’s preparations for the general elections. The party is seeking to unseat the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and win control of parliament and the presidency.
One of the most closely watched races in the NDC primaries was in the Ablekuma West constituency, where former Member of Parliament (MP) Alhaji Mohammed Quaye lost to a relatively unknown candidate, Reverend Kweku Addo. The defeat of Quaye, who was seen as a strong candidate, was seen as a surprise and has led to some internal discussions within the party.
Another high-profile race was in the Ayawaso West Wuogon constituency, where former Deputy Minister of Communications Felix Kwakye Ofosu was defeated by John Dumelo, a popular actor and first-time political candidate. Dumelo’s victory has garnered significant media attention and has led to speculation about his potential impact on the upcoming general elections.
Overall, the NDC primaries were seen as relatively peaceful, although there were some reports of irregularities and concerns about the party’s internal processes. The party leadership has pledged to address these concerns and ensure a fair and transparent process going forward.
The NDC is now gearing up for the general elections, which are scheduled to be held in December 2024. The party will be hoping to build on its success in the primaries and capitalize on growing discontent with the NPP government over issues such as the economy, corruption, and insecurity.
In conclusion, the NDC primaries in Ghana have provided an interesting glimpse into the party’s preparations for the upcoming general elections. The victory of some relatively unknown candidates and the defeat of some high-profile figures have added an element of unpredictability to the race, and the NDC will need to continue to work hard to build momentum and appeal to voters ahead of the polls.
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