Former Employment and Greater Accra Regional Minister, Nii Armah Ashitey, has officially declared his intention to contest the National Chairmanship of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). With extensive experience serving the party and government in various capacities, Ashitey believes his fresh ideas will help strengthen the party and deepen participation at all levels. He outlined his vision for a more inclusive NDC where every member has a meaningful role to play.
Ashitey emphasized that although the NDC has made progress, there is still more work to be done to strengthen the party's structures and reconnect its various levels. He stated that his priority will be to strengthen the party's structures, deepen internal democracy, and rebuild relationships among party members. This, he believes, will ensure that the NDC remains a party where every member matters and every contribution counts.
The former Korle Klottey MP also placed the grassroots at the centre of his proposed leadership agenda, promising to ensure that ordinary party members have a stronger voice in the affairs of the NDC. Ashitey's objective is to restore greater participation among party members and build a party that reflects the interests and contributions of its entire membership. He declared, "From the grassroots, with the grassroots, and for the grassroots."
Nii Armah Ashitey formally announced his decision to enter the race, stating, "I hereby declare my intent to contest the National Chairmanship of the great NDC party." His declaration comes as the NDC undertakes its internal elections ahead of the party's National Delegates Conference scheduled for December. This move is seen as a significant development in the party's preparations for the upcoming elections.
Nii Osah Mills, a former Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and former President of the Ghana Bar Association, has expressed support for Nii Armah Ashitey's bid. Mills described Ashitey as a person with the experience and background required to lead the NDC. He highlighted Ashitey's extensive service to the party and government as one of the qualities he believes should inform the choice of delegates.
Mills pointed to Ashitey's previous experience, including his professional background as a lawyer and his years of public service, as factors that have prepared him for the chairmanship contest. He also emphasized Ashitey's emphasis on inclusiveness as an important part of his proposed leadership agenda. According to Mills, Ashitey's vision includes bringing different sections of the party together and ensuring that members feel involved in the party's affairs.
Nii Osah Mills described Ashitey as someone who can work with people across the party and said his character and approach to engagement are among the qualities he believes will be important in the leadership role. Mills stated that Ashitey is someone who can be trusted, is humble, and talks to everybody. This endorsement is seen as a boost to Ashitey's campaign as he seeks to lead the NDC.
Key points
- Nii Armah Ashitey announces bid for NDC National Chairmanship
- Ashitey promises to prioritize inclusiveness and grassroots participation
- Nii Osah Mills endorses Ashitey's bid, citing his experience and leadership qualities
