The General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Justin Frimpong Kodua, has strongly refuted accusations that his party is mimicking the campaign strategies of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
This response follows recent remarks by the NDC’s General Secretary, Fiifi Fiavi Kwetey, suggesting similarities in their campaign approaches.
Kodua dismissed Kwetey’s claims as “preposterous” during an interview on JoyNews’ The Pulse on Tuesday, July 2. He emphasized that the NPP’s engagement with voters through nationwide tours ahead of the December 7 general elections is a standard political practice, not an imitation of any other party’s strategy.
“The bottom line is, engaging with voters is a fundamental aspect of our campaign. Whether it’s meeting various groups, chiefs, or opinion leaders, every political party has the right to do so,” Kodua asserted.
He further clarified that the NPP’s approach to campaigning, which includes reaching out to diverse constituencies across the country, is driven by the necessity to connect with voters directly. Kodua pointed out instances where the NPP has visited constituencies ahead of the NDC, debunking any notion of copying campaign itineraries.
“Everywhere we go, they go, and vice versa. It’s about engaging with the electorate, and there’s no monopoly on how political parties conduct their outreach efforts,” Kodua remarked.
As the election season progresses, both the NPP and NDC continue to intensify their efforts to rally voter support through grassroots engagements and policy presentations. The debate over campaign strategies reflects the competitive nature of Ghanaian politics as parties vie for electoral victory.