A Development Economist and Professor in the Department of Applied Economics at the University for Development Studies (UDS), has cautioned that although the National Democratic Congress (NDC) stands a good chance of winning the 2024 General Elections, they can as well be defeated.
Prof. Ayamga-Adongo pointed out that the intentional marginalization of some NDC members—making them feel excluded from the party—is a complacent behavior among some party members that could result in the NDC losing the 2024 General Elections.
“There are some things that they (NDC) can do that can make them lose it. And they are doing some of them and I think they ought to be very careful. They are behaving as if they are already in power. And they have begun alienating some people,” he said in an interview on Bolgatanga-based Dreamz FM recently.
Prof. Ayamga-Adongo believes that by eliminating its negative tendencies and effectively presenting its campaign message, especially given the current economic difficulties, the party can secure a decisive victory as predicted by multiple surveys.
He advised the NDC to keep discussions about the poor economic conditions ongoing to enhance their chances of winning the elections.
“Anytime people are not talking about the economy, it makes the NPP have hope [of giving the NDC a run for their money]. And that’s why I think they need to get their messaging right and to stay on point,” he pointed out.
Despite predictions favoring the National Democratic Congress to win the General Elections, Prof. Ayamga-Adongo emphasized that acting as if they have already secured victory will result in their defeat.