Presidential Candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has underscored that the economic difficulties currently facing Ghana affect every ethnic group and are not confined to any particular community.
During his two-day campaign visit to the Northeast Region, he urged residents of Kulgona, particularly those in Nalerigu, to be cautious of the New Patriotic Party’s appealing yet unrealistic promises as the December 7 elections draw near.
In his speech, the former president recognized the pervasive nature of the economic crisis, emphasising that no ethnic community is spared from its effects.
He pointed out that the hardships experienced by Mamprusis are akin to those felt by the Ashantis and other groups across the nation, reinforcing the idea that struggle is a collective challenge.
Mr. Mahama condemned the NPP for what he called attempts to mislead voters with empty promises.
He called on constituents to stay alert and avoid being swayed by political slogans that do not tackle the pressing challenges in their communities.
By highlighting the shared nature of these economic struggles, Mr. Mahama seeks to promote solidarity among Ghanaians, urging them to focus on real solutions instead of mere campaign platitudes.
“Our brothers came with sweet promises, one district, one factory, one village, one dam, one million dollars per constituency per year, and so Ghanaians naturally decided that they would give them an opportunity, which they did.
Unfortunately, that opportunity, I think has been squandered because today Ghanaians are suffering, and the suffering does not know any ethnic groups. Mamprusis are suffering as much as Ashantis.”
“Ashantis are suffering as much as Ewes. Ewes are suffering as much as Fantis. Fantis are suffering as much as Dagaatis,” he stated.