The Tema East Constituency Chairman of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), Robert Kempes Ofosuware, has called on all elected Assembly Members and government appointees within the Tema Metropolitan Assembly to vote overwhelmingly in support of Ebi Bright’s nomination as Metropolitan Chief Executive (MCE).

Madam Bright’s appointment was officially communicated in a letter dated April 23, 2025, jointly signed by the Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama, and the Minister for Local Government, Ahmed Ibrahim.

Her nomination has sparked celebrations among NDC supporters in Tema, many of whom cited her extensive experience, strong visibility in the constituency, and long-standing commitment to local development.

In a statement addressed to Assembly Members and government appointees, Ofosuware urged them to set aside personal preferences and rally behind Ebi Bright for the sake of party unity and the national development agenda.

"Although I demonstrated a strong interest in occupying the mayoral position in the Tema Metropolitan Assembly, the President of the Republic, in his own wisdom, thought otherwise," Kempes stated.

He emphasised that the President's decision must be respected, as it falls squarely within his constitutional prerogative.

“It is instructive to note that the President, by constitutional mandate, has the singular and sole prerogative to hire and fire. It is in that regard that he has nominated Madam Ebi Bright for the position of MCE for Tema Metropolitan Assembly,” he added.

With the confirmation vote approaching, Kempes appealed for a united front.

“As the countdown to her endorsement approaches, I sincerely urge all twenty-one (21) elected Assembly Members and ten (10) government appointees to endorse her nomination. This will enable her to effectively partner with the President in implementing key flagship economic policies that align with our local needs,” he said.

He further assured that he and other local leaders will give Ebi Bright their full backing.

“As Chairman of Tema East Constituency, I will work closely with my colleague in Tema Central to provide Madam Ebi Bright with all the necessary support and cooperation to succeed in her new role,” he said.

Ofosuware concluded by calling on all party members to throw their weight behind the nominee: “In light of the above, I crave the indulgence of all party members to support her to succeed. Together as one.”