Opambour, the founder and leader of Ebenezer Miracle Worship Centre, comes to the defense of Kennedy Agyapong’s performance in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries.
Opambour criticizes those who have scrutinized Agyapong’s efforts, especially considering the substantial crowd he attracted during his pre-election walk.
Opambour emphasizes that individuals mocking Agyapong for supposedly finishing last are unfair, highlighting that he secured the second position among the four candidates and deserves recognition.
The clergyman shares his views on his Prophet 1 TV channel, as reported by GhanaWeb, where he not only chides critics but also underscores that Agyapong did not finish last, contrary to public perception.
The interaction unfolds between Opambour and his Junior pastor during the broadcast.
Junior pastor: People are saying that Alan’s crowd during the walk does not mean anything because before the NPP primaries, Ken Agyapong had a similar crowd during his walk but he finished last in the elections.
Opambour: Listen to what I am saying, what did they say?
Junior pastor: So people are saying that when Kennedy Agyapong embarked on a walk a lot of people followed him but when the results came he was last.
Opambour: He was not last, he was second. That is different from being last.
Junior pastor: Noted, prophet.
His response follows Alan Kyerematen’s ‘Afafranto walk’ in Kumasi, which drew a massive crowd, garnering public attention and leading many to believe he is a formidable contender in the 2024 general elections.
On the other hand, some remain skeptical, asserting that the crowd’s impact on the 2024 general elections might be limited, citing Kennedy Agyapong’s similar large following during the NPP primaries, where he fell short of triumph.
During the NPP primaries, Kennedy Agyapong secured the second position with 71,996 votes, representing 35.52% of the total valid votes. Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia emerged victorious with 61.47% of the total votes cast.