Alfred Nyaaba Akuresoh, popularly known as Akuureyaaba, has filed his nomination to contest the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Youth Organiser position in the Bongo Constituency. He was accompanied by party supporters, youth groups, friends, and some party executives as he submitted his nomination forms. Mr. Akuresoh's decision to contest the position was influenced by his experience as a former Chairman of the Ayopia Primary School A Branch, where he witnessed challenges confronting party executives and young people at the grassroots.
During his time as branch chairman, Mr. Akuresoh identified youth unemployment as one of the challenges he intends to prioritise, alongside skills development and efforts to connect young people to employment opportunities. He also aims to address divisions that sometimes emerge within the party after internal elections. Mr. Akuresoh pledged to focus on reconciliation, inclusiveness, and grassroots mobilisation if elected. He emphasized that unity is key to success and that he will work to bring everyone together.
Mr. Akuresoh's campaign focus on employment, youth development, and party unity has garnered support from various groups and individuals. Assembly Member for Ayopia, Joseph Atisiba Atule, has backed Mr. Akuresoh's candidature, citing his interest in addressing challenges facing young people in the constituency. Mr. Atule, who is also Mr. Akuresoh's brother, noted that the aspirant has previously served as a branch chairman before deciding to seek the constituency Youth Organiser position.
According to Mr. Atule, Mr. Akuresoh intends to engage institutions, tertiary campuses, and other stakeholders in search of employment and other opportunities for young people. He described Mr. Akuresoh as somebody who works and travels up and down, trying to see how best he can help. A group known as the Alfred Nyaaba Akuresoh Ladies has also declared support for his candidature, citing his campaign focus on employment, youth development, and party unity.
The Alfred Nyaaba Akuresoh Ladies group said its members would support his campaign ahead of the constituency elections. Mr. Akuresoh's decision to contest the position has been well-received by party supporters and youth groups in the constituency. He has pledged to work with the youth to build a stronger, more vibrant, and battle-ready youth front capable of delivering victory.
As a former branch chairman, Mr. Akuresoh has a deep understanding of the challenges facing party executives and young people at the grassroots. He has expressed his commitment to working tirelessly to address these challenges and to ensure that the youth are empowered to contribute to the growth and development of the party. Mr. Akuresoh's candidature has been endorsed by various stakeholders in the constituency.
The Bongo Constituency NDC elections are expected to be highly competitive, with several aspirants vying for the Youth Organiser position. Mr. Akuresoh's focus on youth employment, party unity, and grassroots mobilisation is expected to resonate with voters in the constituency. The election outcome will be closely watched by party supporters and stakeholders in the constituency.
Key points
- Alfred Nyaaba Akuresoh files nomination to contest NDC Youth Organiser position in Bongo Constituency.
- Mr. Akuresoh's campaign focuses on youth employment, party unity, and grassroots mobilisation.
- Various groups and individuals, including Assembly Member Joseph Atisiba Atule, have declared support for Mr. Akuresoh's candidature.
