National Democratic Congress (NDC) Chairman hopeful, Philemon Ataba Atiah, has officially launched his campaign in the Bongo Constituency of Ghana's Upper East Region. He began by visiting and donating to children at Hope Children’s Place under the Village of Hope. This gesture marks the start of his campaign activities. Atiah donated food items, mineral water, biscuits, and other essential supplies, along with an undisclosed amount of money.
The donation was made on October 3, 2026, as part of Atiah's campaign launch. He chose Hope Children’s Place due to his personal background as an orphan. Atiah expressed that having experienced the challenges of growing up without parental care, he felt a strong connection with the children. This connection motivated him to begin his campaign at this location.
During his visit, Atiah addressed the children and staff of the facility. He emphasized that his visit was not solely about politics but also about showing care and solidarity with children who, like him, have had to navigate life without their biological parents' support. Atiah expressed his commitment to supporting initiatives that improve the welfare of vulnerable people in society.
Atiah called for greater attention to the needs of children in care facilities. As the NDC Chairman hopeful, he aims to support initiatives that benefit vulnerable groups. His campaign launch brings his bid for the Bongo Constituency NDC Chairmanship into public view. Atiah is expected to engage party members and delegates as he seeks their support in the upcoming constituency elections.
The donation included essential supplies to support the children's daily needs. Atiah encouraged the children to remain hopeful and focused on their future. He stated that the donation was his modest contribution towards their wellbeing. The children and staff of Hope Children’s Place welcomed Atiah's gesture.
Atiah's campaign focuses on engaging with party members and delegates in the Bongo Constituency. He aims to garner support for the upcoming NDC chairmanship elections. His personal connection to the children at Hope Children’s Place has set the tone for his campaign, emphasizing care and solidarity with vulnerable groups.
The launch of Atiah's campaign marks a significant development in the NDC's preparations for the constituency elections. As a hopeful chairman, Atiah's initiatives and engagement with party members will be closely watched. His commitment to supporting vulnerable groups, as demonstrated by his visit to Hope Children’s Place, is expected to resonate with constituents.
Key points
- Philemon Ataba Atiah, an NDC chairman hopeful, launched his campaign with a donation to Hope Children’s Place in Ghana's Upper East Region.
- Atiah's personal background as an orphan influenced his decision to start his campaign at Hope Children’s Place.
- The campaign aims to engage party members and delegates in the Bongo Constituency in support of Atiah's bid for the NDC Chairmanship.
