The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially launched its campaign for the 2024 elections.
The campaign launch took place on Saturday, July 27, in Tamale, Northern Region, drawing thousands of enthusiastic supporters.
Present at the campaign launch were several key figures of the NDC, including the party’s Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia, General Secretary Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, MP for Tamale South Haruna Iddrisu, media personality and fashion icon Kofi Okyere Darko (KOD), National Youth Organiser George Opare Addo, and Communication Officer Sammy Gyamfi.
Former President and NDC flagbearer, John Mahama, delivered a scathing critique of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) government, accusing it of worsening the hardships faced by Ghanaians and failing to develop the economy effectively.
He labeled the current administration under President Akufo-Addo as “useless” and accused the president of dishonesty towards the Ghanaian people.
Mahama urged voters to grant the NDC another opportunity to correct the missteps of the NPP government. Acknowledging that his previous administration was not flawless, Mahama promised that he and his “capable men and women” would learn from past mistakes and work to restore the country’s economy.
The running mate to John Mahama, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, also addressed the crowd, highlighting the party’s initiatives for Ghanaians, especially women. She announced the introduction of a financial establishment to provide training and funds for female entrepreneurs.
Additionally, NDC Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia called on President Akufo-Addo to ensure that the upcoming elections are conducted in a peaceful, fair, and transparent manner.
The thousands of supporters in attendance cheered and danced to performances by artists such as Sherifa Guru and others, adding to the festive atmosphere.
The party also announced that it will unveil its manifesto by the end of August. This manifesto, which outlines various economic initiatives aimed at advancing the nation, will be launched in the Central Region.