The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Western Regional Communications Officer, Richard Ernest Kirk-Mensah, has urged party members, delegates, and supporters to put aside personal differences and unite behind the newly elected regional executives. He made the appeal after a thanksgiving service at the Assemblies of God Church in Sekondi on Sunday, November 15, 2026. Kirk-Mensah, who retained his position with 306 votes, emphasized the need for reconciliation to advance the collective interests of the NDC.
Kirk-Mensah congratulated Nana Kojo Toku on retaining his position as Western Regional Chairman, as well as all other successful candidates in the regional elections. He noted that the internal contest should not leave divisions within the party but rather provide an opportunity for members to strengthen their relationships and work towards a common political objective. The NDC's performance in the 2028 general elections, he said, would depend largely on the unity, cooperation, and commitment of its members, particularly at the grassroots level.
The re-elected communications officer challenged party faithful to redirect their energies towards retaining all parliamentary seats currently held by the NDC in the Western Region. He also urged them to work towards capturing the two remaining constituencies occupied by the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP). Achieving these objectives, Kirk-Mensah stressed, would require a united front rather than internal rivalry and disagreements over party positions.
In a demonstration of his call for reconciliation, Kirk-Mensah appealed to any aspirant or party member who might have been offended by his statements or conduct during the campaign to forgive him. He said he had also forgiven those who made comments against him during the electioneering period, urging all sides to put the past behind them and work together. This appeal is seen as a move to heal any wounds and promote unity within the party.
Kirk-Mensah maintained that the NDC must prioritize unity, discipline, and collective responsibility if it is to strengthen its structures and pursue its parliamentary ambitions in the Western Region ahead of the 2028 general elections. He emphasized that the party's ability to retain and capture parliamentary seats would depend on its ability to present a united front.
The Western Regional Delegates Conference, where Kirk-Mensah retained his position, was a significant event in the NDC's preparations for the 2028 general elections. The conference provided an opportunity for party members to reflect on their performance and strategize for the upcoming elections. Kirk-Mensah's call for unity and reconciliation is expected to resonate with party members and stakeholders.
As the NDC prepares for the 2028 general elections, Kirk-Mensah's message of unity and reconciliation is seen as crucial in strengthening the party's political strength in the Western Region. The region is considered a key battleground, with the NDC seeking to retain its parliamentary seats and capture new ones. The party's ability to present a united front will be critical in achieving its objectives.
Key points
- Kirk-Mensah urges NDC members to prioritize unity and reconciliation ahead of the 2028 general elections.
- The NDC Western Region must retain and capture parliamentary seats to strengthen its political strength.
- Kirk-Mensah appeals for forgiveness from party members who may have been offended by his statements or conduct during the campaign.
