I would be the last person to divide NPP - Alan

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The sarp 9 years ago

This man is making a lot of noise these days. He has not learnt his lessons yet; he will be crushed in the next congress and will never resurrect again

This man is making a lot of noise these days. He has not learnt his lessons yet; he will be crushed in the next congress and will never resurrect again
Thief Mahama 9 years ago

February 24, 2014 marked 48 years since Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah was overthrown by the National Liberation Council (NLC) under the leadership of General Emmanuel K. Kotoka. This exclusive interview by veteran and seasoned j ...
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February 24, 2014 marked 48 years since Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah was overthrown by the National Liberation Council (NLC) under the leadership of General Emmanuel K. Kotoka. This exclusive interview by veteran and seasoned journalist and retired editor of the Christian Messenger, Mr G.B.K. OWUSU, gives an insight into the how and why the coup took place.
OWUSU: Why did you overthrow Dr. Kwame Nkrumah?
KOTOKA: The downward trend in our economic affairs resulting in high cost of living. This is due especially to extravagant use of the country’s funds on prestige projects and generally to maladministration, bribery and corruption, nepotism, special treatment of party activists, injustice, suppression and detention of political opponents and general disregard for the constitution.
OWUSU: Generally the NLC enjoys the support of almost all Ghanaians and peace-loving people of the world but not unnaturally the beneficiaries of Nkrumah would have wished him back as president. What safeguards have the NLC provided as security of the state in such a situation?
KOTOKA: I believe the beneficiaries who would like Nkrumah to come back are very few, indeed. It is well known that though some enjoy his generosity they know in their heart of hearts that what they are earning was undeserved. Although they might be sympathisers, it feels that most of them will do nothing to bring them back. However, normal security measures have been taken to prevent actions of subversion, and any person proved to be subversive will be mercilessly dealt with.
OWUSU: Of what use will Nkrumah’s secret military camps be put?
KOTOKA: Although this has not been fully decided, some may be used by the National Army for training purposes.
OWUSU: Now that the disbanded presidential guards have been absorbed into the Army, what observation have you made in respect of their attitude and deportment since the coup?
KOTOKA: Members of the disbanded presidential guards were recruited from the National Army, whether they liked it or not. Having been absorbed back into the National Army they are actually relieved and are very happy among their old friends.
OWUSU: Conscious of the risk involved in the operation of the coup, did you Sir, make any provision for your family in event it proved futile?
KOTOKA: I did not for one moment think of its failure. At any rate I knew my family and any relative of mine would have been killed in case of failure. Therefore, I made no provision for them.
OWUSU: As the Commander of the Ghana Armed Forces, what are your immediate plans?
KOTOKA: I wish I could tell you; but military plans are always secret.
OWUSU: What changes have you observed in the Ghana press since the fall of Nkrumah?
KOTOKA: The press is now free to publish whatever they like within, of course, the normal regulations. They have been doing so, even to extent of criticising the NLC.
OWUSU: Could you furnish me with the background of the coup?
KOTOKA: No.
OWUSU: Thank you very much for your patience. God bless you and the members of the NLC
PRINCE KWASI ADADE 9 years ago

WE KNOW ONLY TWO NAMES, NANA ADDO & BAWUMIA. NANA'S LEADERSHIP WITH BAWUMIA IS EXCELLENT. NANA IS OUR POLITICAL MESSIAH!! WE WILL PATIENTLY WAIT FOR HIM TO COME AND LIBERATE US FROM OUR ECONOMIC OPPRESSORS.WE CAN'T PUT OUR TR ...
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WE KNOW ONLY TWO NAMES, NANA ADDO & BAWUMIA. NANA'S LEADERSHIP WITH BAWUMIA IS EXCELLENT. NANA IS OUR POLITICAL MESSIAH!! WE WILL PATIENTLY WAIT FOR HIM TO COME AND LIBERATE US FROM OUR ECONOMIC OPPRESSORS.WE CAN'T PUT OUR TRUST IN THESE YOUNG NDC THIEVES (WITH NO WORK RECORD) WHO WANT TO LIVE LIKE KINGS OVERNIGHT, OWNING JETS, BIG MANSIONS, BANKS, ROLLS ROYCE, DATING MODELS ETC. AT THE EXPENSE OF THE POOR. BEING A PRESIDENT REQUIRES THE USE OF BRAIN NOT BRAWN. A PRESIDENT DOES NOT "THROW" PICK AXE!!! WHO CAN DO THE JOB BETTER THAN NANA, AT THIS TIME IN OUR HISTORY, WHERE GREEDY CORRUPT , SHARP TEETH ROTTEN PLANK NDC SMALL BOYS, PARADING AS POLITICIANS, HAVE PLUNDERED OUR RESOURCES TO THE BONE, THAT OUR OIL ECONOMY INHERITED FROM THE GREAT KUFFOUR HAS HAD NO IMPACT ON THE LIVES OF THE ORDINARY CITIZENS OF OUR COUNTRY???? LONG LIVE GHANA!! LONG LIVE NANA ADDO. MORE GREASE TO YOUR ELBOWS!! EVERY THIEF IN GHANA, TODAY, IS SCARED OF BOLD AND MIGHTY NANA ADDO. NANA IS CLEAN !! CLEAN TO THE BONE!
BBC NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 9 years ago

MR ALLAN YOUR CAMPAIN MAN "OKATAKYIE KWAME OPOKU" WILL DESTROY YOUR HARD WON REPUTATION IN NPP! CALL HIM TO ORDER

MR ALLAN YOUR CAMPAIN MAN "OKATAKYIE KWAME OPOKU" WILL DESTROY YOUR HARD WON REPUTATION IN NPP! CALL HIM TO ORDER
John boy 9 years ago

GAKE BOYS WILL ALWAYS STAND BY ALAN CASH

GAKE BOYS WILL ALWAYS STAND BY ALAN CASH
Somi Omulo 9 years ago

Reign in London who goes about calling NPP members sycophants. Note that there is freedom of association and expression and if people decide to associate with the ideals of Nana Addo, that is their choice. Project what you ca ...
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Reign in London who goes about calling NPP members sycophants. Note that there is freedom of association and expression and if people decide to associate with the ideals of Nana Addo, that is their choice. Project what you can do for the party.
BOY KOFI 9 years ago

What I appreciated about Kuffour's regime was that he was able to stabilised the value of Cedi for a very long time.So what was his secret?I think when he introduced the off shore banking in Ghana it helped us in many ways to ...
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What I appreciated about Kuffour's regime was that he was able to stabilised the value of Cedi for a very long time.So what was his secret?I think when he introduced the off shore banking in Ghana it helped us in many ways to get lot of hard currencies into the system thus saving the Cedi.Thank you.
still rastafari 9 years ago

stop wasting your time

stop wasting your time
Kofi Asante 9 years ago

Only if the illiterate and starch headed NPP delegates will listen. It is only in the NPP that good will like Alan will be overlooked whiles voting for an ugly looking buffoon in the person of Akufo Addo as a flagbearer

Only if the illiterate and starch headed NPP delegates will listen. It is only in the NPP that good will like Alan will be overlooked whiles voting for an ugly looking buffoon in the person of Akufo Addo as a flagbearer
Abaham 9 years ago

The man is not divisive else he was not going to step aside for Nana in 2007. Maybe it's Nana's turn to step aside for him this time. One good turn ...

The man is not divisive else he was not going to step aside for Nana in 2007. Maybe it's Nana's turn to step aside for him this time. One good turn ...
Akogu 9 years ago

Stop wasting your time and rest, shei Nana

Stop wasting your time and rest, shei Nana
BOY KOFI 9 years ago

I think Alan has communication problem.Nobody asked him to contribute for the party and he should not think the presidency is a reward or prize winning medal.If he wants to govern this country,he should show his readiness and ...
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I think Alan has communication problem.Nobody asked him to contribute for the party and he should not think the presidency is a reward or prize winning medal.If he wants to govern this country,he should show his readiness and what he can do instead of citing old rhethorics.Thank you.
Maa Adwoa 9 years ago

I use to like Alan, but no more. Alan talks too much. The good talk less.
Nana Akufo-Addo is the one to bring smiles to the NPP.

I use to like Alan, but no more. Alan talks too much. The good talk less.
Nana Akufo-Addo is the one to bring smiles to the NPP.
Paa Joe 9 years ago

Well stated- Nana Addo MUST retire. Alan did the same for Nana Addo in 2007.

Well stated- Nana Addo MUST retire. Alan did the same for Nana Addo in 2007.
DAN 9 years ago

BUT THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE DOING

BUT THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE DOING
CONCERN CITIZEN 9 years ago

But Alan why did you resign after you lost to Nana? This shows you are a selfish and divider. Ghanaians knows you as greedy, selfish and untrusted man. Anyway, we are tied of the JOHNS.

But Alan why did you resign after you lost to Nana? This shows you are a selfish and divider. Ghanaians knows you as greedy, selfish and untrusted man. Anyway, we are tied of the JOHNS.
Kay 9 years ago

Alan, why you left the party after losing to Nana?
That's is how divisive you are.
The Party leaders should have been bold enough not to accept you back.

Alan, why you left the party after losing to Nana?
That's is how divisive you are.
The Party leaders should have been bold enough not to accept you back.
Yaro Busanga 9 years ago

I AGREE WITH YOU, SIR. ALAN IS DESPERATE AND HAS STUPID ADVISERS.

I AGREE WITH YOU, SIR. ALAN IS DESPERATE AND HAS STUPID ADVISERS.
Ugly Akufo Addo 9 years ago

He is very stupid

He is very stupid
Lorgo Ligri 9 years ago

Why don't you show a picture of you and your father's face? I will bet it's a no no no Coz the ugliest known chimp will be crowned!!!!!

Why don't you show a picture of you and your father's face? I will bet it's a no no no Coz the ugliest known chimp will be crowned!!!!!
TOKABA 9 years ago

THIS ALAN GUY IS A JOKE. WHAT DOES HE THINK HE IS DOING? HE IS DIVIDING THE NPP. HE IS SUCH AN OPPORTUNIST WHO DOESN'T WANT TO GET IN LINE TO DEVELOP THE SKILLS TO BE A LEADER. HE WANTS TO FOLLOW THE FOOTSTEPS OF MAHAMA WHO W ...
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THIS ALAN GUY IS A JOKE. WHAT DOES HE THINK HE IS DOING? HE IS DIVIDING THE NPP. HE IS SUCH AN OPPORTUNIST WHO DOESN'T WANT TO GET IN LINE TO DEVELOP THE SKILLS TO BE A LEADER. HE WANTS TO FOLLOW THE FOOTSTEPS OF MAHAMA WHO WAS NOT READY FOR THE PRESIDENCY AND NOW LOOK AT THE SITUATION GHANA FINDS ITSELF. WHAT A SHAME!!!!!!
PAPSON 9 years ago

You have done it already

You have done it already
Antiochus - London 9 years ago

Shut up Alan! Am I sensing insecurity in you! The delegates will decide.

Shut up Alan! Am I sensing insecurity in you! The delegates will decide.

I would be the last person to divide NPP - Alan

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