Deputy Minister of Works and Housing, Dr. Prince Hamid Armah, has accused the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) of launching a campaign to smear the reputation of Energy Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh.
Dr. Armah, who represents Kwesimintsim in Parliament, believes the NDC’s efforts stem from their apprehension over Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s capabilities and experience.
He asserted that the opposition fears Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s strong character and deep political insight, which he views as crucial complements to Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia on their party’s ticket.
In an interview with GHOne News, Dr. Armah remarked, “I think the NDC is afraid of the personality of Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh complementing Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to complete our ticket. They are just afraid. They know that the Minister for Energy comes with a strong character, a deep understanding of our political landscape, and a demonstrable record in public service. In all his endeavors in the public service space, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has excelled”.
He added: “I worked under him at the Ministry of Education, and I can tell you that if you want someone who is results-oriented, then Dr. Opoku Prempeh is the one.
“All those criticisms from the NDC are normal. It is understandable that people make such comments. I know Dr. Opoku Prempeh very well. People often confuse confidence with arrogance due to our cultural context, where timidity is seen as respect and humility, while confidence is often mistaken for arrogance. The NDC is trying to label him as arrogant, but it will not succeed.”
Dr. Armah concluded by dismissing the NDC’s tactics, confident that their efforts to tarnish Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s image would not succeed.