Youth Organizer Diaspora of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP)– Spain Branch, Hanson Dartey, has officially resigned from the party with immediate effect.
In a press statement, Mr Dartey expressed his apologies for the sudden nature of his decision and humbly requested the acceptance of his resignation from the position of NPP Spain Branch Youth Organizer.
Mr Dartey explained that he believed the party had strayed from its core values and had given in to greed and corruption.
He asserted that the values that initially attracted him to the party, such as the commitment to fighting corruption and contributing to the country’s development, are no longer apparent.
“The party has adopted an individualistic approach, with leaders prioritizing personal interests over group interests. This departure from the principles embodied by leaders such as Dr. Busia, J.B Danquah, Da Rocha, and J.H Mensah, whom I admired, is disheartening,” he said in the statement.
As a result, Mr Hanson Dartey found it necessary to step down from his position with immediate effect.
“I do so with a heavy heart but with the conviction that my allegiance should align with a party that upholds the ideals of integrity, collective progress, and service to the nation,” the statement indicated.
He further expressed his gratitude to all party members and colleagues for the camaraderie and support throughout his tenure. He remained open to discussions and hope for a renewed commitment to the values that define the NPP.
Before taking on the role of Youth Organizer, Hanson Dartey served diligently as the Secretary to the Barcelona Chapter and played a crucial role in its establishment.
As an active member since 1996, Dartey made significant contributions, serving as a polling station agent at Sunyani West Constituency’s Nsoatre R/C Primary Polling Station from 1996 to 2004. His commitment over the years led him to bring his extended family from the NDC to the New Patriotic Party, with his two biological brothers currently serving as Coordinator and Polling station agent at Sunyani West Constituency.
In the 2016 elections, Dartey provided motorcycles for the Sunyani West campaign and sponsored 21 individuals to cast their votes at Dormaa West Constituency in Nkrankwanta.
Notably, during the 2004 general election, he prevented a ghost voter from casting a ballot at Sunyani West (Nsoatre R/C Primary), leading to a clash with the then-leading member of the NDC in the Brong Ahafo Region, Nyamkye Maafo, who was a Regional Minister.