Dr. Alexander Amo Baffour, an economist and lecturer at Pentecost University, has officially launched his campaign for the position of National Vice Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). The campaign, themed around grassroots empowerment, party unity, and organisational development, was launched on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at Asawase Market, Haske Height, in the Ashanti Region. The event drew thousands of NDC supporters from across Ghana.
Dr. Amo Baffour's campaign is built on four key priorities: stronger grassroots participation, organisational development, inclusive leadership and unity, and knowledge-driven engagement. His vision includes strengthening the relationship between party leadership and grassroots members to ensure their concerns and contributions are addressed in party decision-making. He also emphasises accountability, effective party administration, and inclusion to improve internal coordination and build stronger party structures.
The campaign also focuses on knowledge-driven engagement, aiming to integrate economic insights, research, and productivity-oriented thinking into discussions on the party's organisational development and national policy direction. Dr. Amo Baffour, who holds a PhD in Management Science and Engineering from Hohai University in China, an MBA in Finance and Investment Management from the London School of Business and Finance, and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Ghana, brings a wealth of experience in economic development, international business, and public policy to his candidacy.
Following the recent regional executive elections, Dr. Amo Baffour has congratulated the newly elected NDC regional executives, urging them to work together to strengthen the party and promote internal unity. He encouraged them to prioritise the welfare of party members, deepen grassroots participation, and enhance coordination between national, regional, constituency, and branch structures. Dr. Amo Baffour stressed the importance of moving beyond internal electoral competition to focus on reconciliation, collective responsibility, and building a united party.
With the NDC's national executive elections scheduled for December 19, 2026, Dr. Amo Baffour's candidacy adds to the contest for the party's national leadership. His campaign message, "A Stronger Grassroots. A Smarter Party. A United NDC. A Greater Victory," reflects his commitment to grassroots empowerment, inclusive leadership, and party unity. As an economist, researcher, and academic, Dr. Amo Baffour's professional interests span economic development, international business, foreign direct investment, and productivity.
Dr. Amo Baffour's campaign launch was attended by thousands of NDC supporters, who expressed enthusiasm for his vision and leadership style. His campaign team, comprising youth and grassroots members of the party, has been working tirelessly to mobilise support for his candidacy. The event featured a presentation of Dr. Amo Baffour's vision and a discussion of his plans to strengthen the party and promote grassroots participation.
As the NDC prepares for its national executive elections, Dr. Amo Baffour's campaign is expected to contribute to a lively and competitive process. His emphasis on grassroots empowerment, organisational development, and inclusive leadership is likely to resonate with party members and supporters. The outcome of the elections will be closely watched, as the NDC seeks to position itself for future electoral success.
Key points
- Dr. Alexander Amo Baffour's campaign focuses on grassroots empowerment, party unity, and organisational development.
