The Chief of Akyem Akroso in the Eastern Region, Nana Kwabena Ofori II, has publicly called on the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, to consider contesting in the party’s presidential primary when President John Dramani Mahama’s tenure comes to an end.

Speaking during Asiedu Nketiah’s thank-you tour engagement, the chief expressed his admiration for Asiedu Nketiah’s leadership qualities and political experience, describing him as the ideal candidate to take over the reins of the party and eventually lead the country.

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“President Mahama will leave office very soon, and we will need someone else to step in. That person should be you. When we look at the things you are doing, the country needs someone like you to lead. It’s not that the others don’t have the wisdom to lead, but I believe you have the depth of wisdom and experience required to move Ghana forward after President Mahama,” Nana Kwabena Ofori II said.

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The chief emphasised that Asiedu Nketiah’s long-standing commitment to the party and his strategic role in shaping its direction make him a strong contender for the presidency.

He noted that grassroots supporters and traditional leaders alike would feel reassured if Asiedu Nketiah declared his intention to run.

“If we see you contesting in the primaries, we’ll be extremely happy. So, when the time comes, we want you to contest,” he added.

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Meanwhile, Asiedu Nketiah has not publicly declared any intention to run yet.

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The Chief of Akyem Akroso has called on the National Chairman of the NDC to contest in the party's presidential primaries to replace President Mahama after his tenure concludes. pic.twitter.com/5bnm6U625C

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