(Video) Kyerematen ignores Wontumi's handshake at funeral
In a video circulating on X (formerly Twitter), Alan Kyerematen, Leader of the Movement for Change, is seen pointedly avoiding a handshake with Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Wontumi, during the funeral of the late John Kumah.
The footage shows Kyerematen, a prominent political figure and former member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), standing in a line greeting attendees. As Wontumi approaches, Kyerematen turns to the other side, engaging with someone behind him, just as Wontumi reaches out for a handshake.
This conspicuous avoidance has led to widespread speculation about potential underlying tensions between the two politicians.
While some observers suggest the incident may have been a mere coincidence, the timing and nature of the snub have fueled rumors of discord within the party ranks.
The video has sparked a flurry of reactions on social media, with users debating whether Kyerematen’s actions were intentional or accidental.
Alan Kyerematen, who recently left the NPP to form the Movement for Change, has not commented on the incident. His departure from the party has been a subject of significant discussion, with many interpreting his actions as a challenge to the current NPP leadership.
Wontumi, a controversial figure known for his outspoken nature, has also remained silent on the matter, further intensifying the speculation.
The apparent snub comes at a sensitive time for the NPP, as the party prepares for upcoming elections and deals with internal divisions.
The funeral of John Kumah, a respected figure in the community, was intended to be a solemn event, bringing together various political leaders and members of the public to pay their respects. However, the incident between Kyerematen and Wontumi has overshadowed the proceedings, drawing attention away from the memorial and highlighting potential rifts within Ghana’s political landscape.
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Leader of the Movement for Change, Alan Kyerematen, snubbed and refused to shake hands with the Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman, Wontumi, at the funeral of the late John Kumah today. pic.twitter.com/2pJhAIgDf0
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