Founder and leader of the All People’s Congress (APC), Hassan Ayariga, has issued a stern warning to corrupt politicians, threatening to deal ruthlessly with those who are not positively impacting the country but rather exploiting its resources.
In an exclusive interview with TV3, Mr Ayariga pointed fingers at both the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP), accusing them of turning Ghana into a business center.
He asserted his commitment to putting an end to what he perceives as detrimental practices within the political landscape.
“The NDC and the NPP over the years have turned Ghana into a business centre. If you are a political thief pray hard Hassan Ayariga doesn’t become a president, if you’re corrupt pray hard Hassan Ayariga doesn’t become a president.
Mr Ayariga also unveiled his political ambitions for the upcoming 2024 elections, revealing a substantial budget of $100 million.
“My budget for 2024 is 100 millon dollars to win the elections. Any party that will win an election in Ghana this time will spend not less than 50 to 100 million dollars. We are looking at winning to at least 23-25 constituencies,” he added.
He underscored the increasing costs associated with winning elections in Ghana and signaled his determination to secure a significant number of constituencies.
In the 2020 elections, Ayariga contested as the Presidential Candidate of the APC, securing 0.05 per cent of the votes with 7,138 votes. He faced a competitive field with notable candidates such as President Akufo-Addo, John Dramani Mahama, Christian Kwabena Andrews, Ivor Greenstreet, and others.
Looking ahead to his potential presidency, Ayariga aims to address societal issues such as sports betting.
He expressed concern about the youth turning to betting due to high unemployment rates and vowed to make efforts to eradicate and criminalize the practice.
Furthermore, Ayariga pledged to inject vitality into Ghana’s struggling economy by championing a 24-hour economy.
He believes this initiative will bring about a fresh lease of life for the country, offering new opportunities and economic growth.
As the 2024 elections draw near, Hassan Ayariga’s promises and warnings set the stage for a dynamic and potentially transformative political landscape in Ghana.
His ambitious plans aim to tackle corruption, create employment opportunities, and revitalize the nation’s economic prospects.
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