Kojo Addo, also known as Lawrence Adonis Addo Cheremeh, has announced his bid for the Vice Chairman position of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Jaman South Constituency. With over two decades of experience in journalism, media management, political communication, entrepreneurship, community engagement, and organisational leadership, he is confident in his ability to contribute to the party's growth. Addo has held senior positions in various media organisations, including Happy FM, Adom FM, Hot FM, and Atinka Media Village.
Addo's involvement in Jaman South extends beyond his professional work and political activities. He has participated in initiatives aimed at promoting entertainment, culture, and community involvement in the constituency. Notably, during his tenure at Atinka Media Village, he facilitated the presence of Di Asa in Drobo and Japekrom, providing residents with an opportunity to experience the entertainment and talent programme locally. He has also supported the promotion of radio personalities and politicians from Jaman South on national media platforms.
Kojo Addo has a strong background in community engagement, having served on the board of the now-defunct Miss Jaman Beauty Contest and as a judge for the competition. He currently serves as Secretary to the Board of Jaman Nkabom Afahye, contributing to the organisation of cultural and social activities within the community. Addo believes his involvement in these activities has equipped him with experience in stakeholder engagement, community mobilisation, and organising programmes that bring people together.
As an alumnus of the NDC Party School's Institute of Social Democracy (ISD), Kojo Addo has been involved in the NDC's activities in Jaman South since 2018. He has supported the party through welfare assistance, communication, mobilisation, and financial contributions towards branch and constituency activities. During the 2024 general elections, he served as a backup election agent and supervisor, gaining practical experience in election organisation and grassroots mobilisation.
Kojo Addo's decision to seek the Vice Chairman position is aimed at strengthening the party's organisational structures rather than creating another centre of authority within the constituency. He intends to work with the Constituency Chairman and other executives to improve communication, deepen engagement with branches and polling-station structures, and create stronger links between the party and various groups within the constituency.
Addo's campaign approach is guided by five key principles: LISTEN, CONNECT, DEVELOP, COMMUNICATE, and DELIVER. He aims to improve engagement with young people, women, professionals, and community groups while helping connect them to opportunities. By leveraging his relationships with individuals and institutions across different sectors, he believes he can strengthen connections between the grassroots, the Constituency Executive, and national structures.
Kojo Addo insists that his ambition is not driven by the desire for a political title, but rather to complement the Chairman and strengthen the Constituency Executive. He wants to bring his experience, relationships, and energy to the service of the party and the people of Jaman South. His objective is to contribute to building a constituency organisation that is accessible, well-connected, organised, and responsive to its members.
Key points
- Kojo Addo has over two decades of experience in journalism, media management, and community engagement.
- Addo's campaign approach is guided by five key principles: LISTEN, CONNECT, DEVELOP, COMMUNICATE, and DELIVER.
- He aims to strengthen the party's organisational structures and improve engagement with various groups within the constituency.
