The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has expressed enthusiasm over being assigned the 8th position on the ballot for the 2024 presidential election, interpreting it as a signal for transformative change after what they label eight years of poor governance by the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
In a press conference held on September 20, NDC General Secretary Fifi Fiavi Kwetey articulated that the number eight holds special significance, marking a necessary shift from the perceived corruption and chaos that have characterized the NPP’s tenure.
“We came here asking for God’s perfect will to be done and we accept the number eight. After eight critical years of decay, after eight years of total lack of order, corruption and darkness that has engulfed this country, I think the eight is quite significant to tell the country that this is the moment to stop the decay after the eight years,” he said.
He conveyed a strong belief that this moment heralds a new beginning for the country, as the NDC seeks to confront the pressing economic and governance issues at hand.
Kwetey also took aim at the NPP, criticizing them for failing to adhere to initial balloting agreements, suggesting that the public is well aware of the ruling party’s approach to politics.
“The country clearly will no those who are doing everything possible to do what is wrong and those who are doing what is right for the sake of Ghana,” Mr Kwetey said.
With the NPP occupying the first ballot position, the NDC aims to capitalize on its eighth spot to galvanize support and promote their vision for a better future for Ghana. The ballot positions were determined during a recent event at the Electoral Commission’s office in Accra.