The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Mining Committee has firmly denied allegations by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) that it is recruiting thugs in the Obuasi East Constituency to disrupt the December 7, 2024, elections.
The accusations, made by NPP National Organiser Nana Boakye, also known as Nana B, claim that the NDC is conducting private security training disguised as legitimate activities in the area.
Responding swiftly, NDC Mining Committee Secretary Samuel Hadjor dismissed the allegations as baseless and urged the public to disregard them.
“These baseless allegations by the NPP should be treated with the contempt they deserve,” Hadjor stated, emphasizing that the NDC is committed to peaceful elections and remains focused on addressing the real issues affecting Ghanaians.
Providing clarity on the matter, Hadjor explained that the NDC held a public mining conference on November 12, 2024, at Mawuli Hotel in Obuasi.
“The purpose of this conference was to introduce and discuss the NDC’s mining policy document with miners and stakeholders,” he said, adding that the event was widely advertised and covered by major media outlets such as GHOne TV, Joy News, and TV3.
“This conference coincided with Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s campaign tour in Obuasi. It was an open event attended by dignitaries, including former Ashanti Regional Minister Alexander Ackon and former MCE for Obuasi Richard Kwasi Ofori Buadi, also known as Zuba,” Hadjor clarified.
The NDC Mining Committee attributes the NPP’s claims to fear and frustration over losing the trust of mining communities.
“The NDC’s mining policy has brought hope to miners and small-scale operators, making the NPP apprehensive about losing support. Instead of addressing their failures, they are resorting to baseless propaganda,” Hadjor asserted.
Reiterating the NDC’s dedication to peaceful elections, Hadjor called on Ghanaians to ignore the NPP’s claims and focus on the issues that matter.
“The NDC is committed to peace and stability. We will not engage in activities that threaten the security of this country. On December 7, 2024, we encourage Ghanaians to vote massively for John Dramani Mahama and all NDC parliamentary candidates,” he urged.
Hadjor also appealed to miners across the country to support the NDC’s vision for a reformed mining sector that prioritizes the welfare of miners and their communities.