The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has commended grassroots members of the party for their crucial role in securing victory for the party in the 2024 general election.
He said the dedication and sacrifices of party supporters across the country were instrumental in what he described as an unprecedented electoral win that helped in “saving Ghana from tyranny”.
Contribution
He said the efforts of volunteers, polling agents, financiers and campaign teams went beyond politics and contributed to restoring hope in the country.
Speaking during a Thank You Tour of Talensi in the Upper East Region, he said, “You stood up to ensure that this country is put back on the right path.”
“What should give you satisfaction is that your work has helped to save Ghana from the tyranny of the previous government,” he added, referencing the administration of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
He recounted how party members traversed communities, canvassing for votes, mounting posters, and mobilising support at the grassroots level, often under challenging conditions.
Mr Asiedu Nketiah emphasised that while not every contributor could be individually recognised or rewarded immediately, their role in what he described as a historic political transition would remain significant.
“I was around during the campaign and saw how many of you struggled, moving from village to village, house to house, to canvass for votes.
Though we cannot identify each individual, your efforts have not gone unnoticed,” he noted.
Benefits
He likened their contributions to sowing seeds whose benefits might be realised over time, urging members to remain patient and committed to the party’s long-term vision.
The NDC Chairman also pointed to unity within the party as a key factor that strengthened its campaign and ultimately led to victory, commending members who set aside internal differences in the interest of the broader goal.
“A house divided cannot stand. The unity you demonstrated helped us win this election,” he said, urging members to sustain and deepen that unity moving forward.
Mr Asiedu Nketia reiterated that the purpose of the tour was not only to express appreciation but also to engage supporters and gather feedback to guide governance under the new administration.
He assured party members that their voices would continue to shape decisions as the government worked hard to deliver on its mandate.
He encouraged supporters to remain active and vigilant, stressing that their continued involvement would be essential in sustaining progress and safeguarding the gains achieved through the 2024 elections.
Projects
The Talensi District Chief Executive, John Nabwonya Millim, who accounted to the people, highlighted some key development projects being undertaken, including the construction of health facilities, educational facilities, and roads across the district.
The Paramount Chief of the Talensi Traditional Area, Tong-Rana Kubilsong Nalebegtang, commended the government for ongoing development initiatives and urged it to ensure that the area, which he described as the gateway to the Upper East Region, received its fair share of the national resources. — GNA
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