Minister of Trade and Industry, Kobina Tahir Hammond, has stated his belief that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) will continue to remain in opposition for the foreseeable future.
He attributed this prediction to what he perceives as a lack of innovative ideas within the NDC, suggesting that the party is primarily focused on obstructing positive initiatives put forth by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) out of envy and ignorance.
Mr. Hammond assessed that the NDC’s agenda does not resonate with the current aspirations of Ghanaians, leading to its continued status in opposition.
Following President Akufo-Addo’s State of the Nation Address on Tuesday, February 27, Mr. Hammond spoke to the media, expressing confidence in the nation’s path to recovery despite prevailing economic challenges.
He emphasized his trust in President Akufo-Addo’s leadership and expressed optimism that Ghana will regain stability under the guidance of the NPP’s flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
“Considering the crisis we have all spoken about and considering all that we’ve come to know, the NPP government has done pretty well and from what the government is saying, I think the country will massively back Vice-President Alhaji Bawumia.
“Don’t fall for the propaganda of those guys in the NDC, don’t fall for their propaganda at all. Why did they start shouting and why did former President John Mahama decide to attend for the first time the State of the Nation Address?”
“Mind you, I’m not sure if he’s ever attended in the eight years of President Akufo-Addo’s government. Former President John Mahama decided never to attend.
“Today, he came in there, I’m not sure what is it that he was signaling, but I tell you the good people of Ghana are going to make sure that the NDC sits in opposition till thy kingdom come.”