The Secretary-General of the Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL), Abraham Koomson, has urged the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) to strengthen its grassroots structures and communication machinery. He made this call during an interview on the Ahotor FM Morning Show in Accra-Tema. According to Mr. Koomson, the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) is making significant efforts to dominate the media space and shape public opinion. He warned that the NDC appears to be underestimating the opposition's activities.
Mr. Koomson expressed concern that some NDC supporters and grassroots members are becoming frustrated and disappointed, particularly over unmet expectations following the party's return to power. He urged the party leadership to pay greater attention to its grassroots supporters, who are critical to maintaining public confidence and securing future electoral victories. The labour leader accused the NPP of being better organised in its communication activities, consistently pushing narratives and setting the political agenda.
Mr. Koomson also criticised unnecessary internal struggles within the governing party, particularly disagreements over its future leadership and succession. He said the NDC should concentrate on delivering its mandate and maintaining the confidence Ghanaians have reposed in it, rather than allowing internal political ambitions to overshadow governance. Persistent internal divisions could discourage loyal party supporters from participating in future elections, creating an advantage for the opposition.
On the recent demonstration organised by the NPP, Mr. Koomson defended the NDC government's decision to allow the protest, describing it as an important feature of democratic governance. He recalled that demonstrations organised by the NDC while in opposition were allegedly met with restrictions, police resistance, and court injunctions under the previous NPP administration. The current government's willingness to allow opposition demonstrations reflects a different approach to democratic participation.
Mr. Koomson questioned the credibility of some allegations raised by the opposition, particularly claims made in Parliament without sufficient supporting evidence. He cited the controversy surrounding alleged diplomatic passport dealings, arguing that political accusations must be backed by credible evidence rather than repeated for public consumption. The NDC needs effective communication structures to expose misleading claims and prevent the public from being influenced by unsubstantiated allegations.
The GFL Secretary-General further argued that the NPP had little moral authority to lecture the current administration on issues relating to cocaine and drug management, given its own record in government. He insisted that the NDC must remain vigilant and resist attempts by the opposition to regain political influence through destructive propaganda. The responsibility of the governing party is not merely to celebrate its electoral victory but to work continuously to justify the trust placed in it by Ghanaians.
Mr. Koomson urged the NDC to strengthen its internal structures, resolve its leadership disagreements, and maintain an effective grassroots presence to protect its political fortunes. He warned that the NDC must not lower its guard, as the opposition remains organised and aggressive in its efforts to challenge the government. The NDC must work to ensure that misleading claims are quickly challenged with facts and evidence before they gain public acceptance.
Key points
- - Abraham Koomson calls on NDC to strengthen grassroots structures to counter NPP propaganda. - The NDC must pay greater attention to its grassroots supporters to maintain public confidence. - The party must resolve internal leadership disagreements and maintain an effective grassroots presence.
