Johnson Asiedu Nketiah
In a surprising turn of events, a rift has emerged within the ranks of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as certain members have taken it upon themselves to establish a shadow government and vie for key positions well in advance of the 2024 general elections.
This unprecedented move has caused tensions to rise among the party’s top officials, with some already self-identifying as the future leaders of various departments and initiatives within the party and government.
The self-proclaimed “incoming” leaders have sparked a wave of controversy and debate within the NDC, as traditional hierarchies and procedures are seemingly being bypassed in favor of these pre-emptive power grabs.
This shift in dynamics has left many party members bewildered and uncertain about the direction in which the NDC is headed as they prepare for the upcoming polls.
While political maneuvering and jostling for influence are not uncommon in the lead-up to an election, the extent to which these actions have already taken place within the NDC is unprecedented.
As the party attempts to regroup and present a united front against the ruling party, the internal divisions and power struggles threaten to undermine their chances in the upcoming electoral battle.
It is against this reasons that the National Chairman of the party, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has admonished the party’s leading members to refrain from squabbling over positions in Mahama’s next administration.
According to him the battle is not yet won so there is the are no spoils to share.
He encouraged the party stalwarts to concentrate on winning the 2024 general elections instead of getting involved in disputes that could distract them.
These remarks were made during the formal presentation of Prof Opoku Agyemang on Wednesday, April 24, at the Kofi Ohene Konadu Auditorium at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA).
He also warned against complacency due to the polls conducted by groups that appear to favour the NDC, stating that internal disputes will dampen the enthusiasm among their followers.
“Because we’re convinced that we are there, a lot of people have begun taking positions and fighting over who will be what in the next government. Some people are not only fighting about the positions they will occupy. They are telling all others that they will be the kingmakers and they will be making appointments.
“If we’re not careful, this will dampen the enthusiasm and the spirit of our followers. I want to assure everybody that we’re not there yet. Don’t be fighting about positions, and don’t be talking about who will make appointments. Let’s all go for the hunting first and when we kill the game we can now argue about sharing of the meat.”
By Vincent Kubi