Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has set his sights on another term in Parliament, confident of overwhelming victory in the upcoming elections against his contender, Dr. John Elebulu of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Speaking at the press launch of the Tongu Chiefs Union in Juapong, Ablakwa expressed his conviction that Dr. Elebulu stands no chance against him.
“Dr. Elebulu is of no match to me in the upcoming parliamentary elections,” he asserted, citing the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s strong standing in the constituency and his personal popularity among constituents.
“Can you imagine if Tongu Chief Union says that a particular politician will not be given the green light to campaign, that is the end of your career, and if you are not careful you will go into early retirement, like the way my brother Eleblu will be retiring after the next elections“, he said.
Highlighting his track record, Ablakwa emphasized his commitment to the development of North Tongu. He pledged to ensure that Dr. Elebulu, a lecturer by profession, would be given a role to contribute to Tongu’s progress, despite their political rivalry.
Reflecting on past electoral victories, Ablakwa recalled his landslide wins in 2016 and 2020. In 2016, he secured 75.49% of the votes, defeating Dr. Elebulu’s father, Christopher Kofi Eleblu, who contested as an independent candidate after leaving the NDC. I
n the 2020 elections, Ablakwa widened his margin, garnering 89.71% of the total votes, showcasing a significant increase in support from previous years.
Looking forward, Ablakwa expressed confidence that voters would once again endorse his candidature, citing his proven dedication to serving the interests of North Tongu.
He vowed to continue advocating for development projects and addressing the needs of constituents, ensuring their voices are heard in parliament.