The former National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, has maintained that John Dramani Mahama emerged as the rightful victor in the 2020 general elections.
Despite the official outcome and the Supreme Court’s ruling in favor of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Mr. Ampofo remains steadfast in his belief that Mahama won the election.
During an interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on ChannelOne TV, Mr. Ofosu Ampofo reiterated his unwavering confidence in Mahama’s victory.
“I am still convinced that President Mahama did not lose the 2020 elections. Had everything proceeded as it should have, we would be the governing party,” he affirmed.
Although the Supreme Court dismissed a petition challenging the election results on March 4, 2021, citing a lack of merit, Ofosu Ampofo contends that the NPP’s victory was marred by irregularities.
Mr. Ampofo highlighted irregularities during the electoral process, particularly incidents in Ablekuma Central, where he alleges that NDC supporters encountered intimidation and violence from state security forces.
He attributed the significant vote tally for the NDC to the vigilance of their supporters, who remained steadfast despite adversities.
“In Ablekuma Central, for example, amidst the turmoil during the vote declaration, our people in Accra held their ground. Despite some sustaining bullet wounds and one fatality, they remained resolute in doing the right thing. Our victory in Ablekuma Central is a testament to their vigilance. Without it, we wouldn’t have achieved such numbers,” he recounted.
“These are the kinds of situations that are out of your hands. When state security, which is meant to be neutral, starts taking sides and brutalizing citizens, it poses a serious challenge to the integrity of the electoral process,” he concluded.