Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has passionately defended the recent sale of four SSNIT hotels, stressing its importance in safeguarding SSNIT’s investments.
Amidst growing criticism, Ahiagbah staunchly supported Bryan Acheampong’s role in the sale, urging Ghanaians to consider the positive outcomes rather than being swayed by political discord.
During an interview with Nana Yaa Brefo on Onua FM, June 19, Ahiagbah asserted, “If someone like Bryan Acheampong has the vision to help the country, we have to allow him to do it, because at the end of the day, the whole purpose of the sale is to protect SSNIT investments so that pensioners can get their returns when the time is due,” Ahiagbah urged during a phone interview with Nana Yaa Brefo on Onua FM, June 19.
Responding to allegations of irregularities in the procurement process from the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Ahiagbah challenged them to substantiate their claims with evidence rather than misleading the public.
“The NDC does not speak the truth, the issue now is that, let’s ask them, the procurement process they claim has been breached let them prove it, let them show Ghanaians where the process was breached and I will join the demonstration myself, but without any evidence, the NDC should not spew lies to Ghanaians,” he asserted.
Ahiagbah defended the transparency of the bidding process, highlighting its rigorous nature and inclusion of both local and international participants.
“The process SSNIT followed and abided by is clear to see, it has clarity, it is an international bidding process, a lot of local and international businesses showed interest but, in the end, only 9 people got through and eventually there were 6 and eventually, Bryan Acheampong got it,” he stated.
Accusing the NDC of fostering animosity and negativity, Ahiagbah cautioned against allowing such sentiments to hinder potentially beneficial investments for Ghana.
“That demonstration they embarked on is a political demonstration and a needless demonstration,” he commented.
“Let’s focus on facts and constructive dialogue rather than divisive politics. Our priority should be protecting SSNIT’s investments for the benefit of pensioners,” he emphasized.