Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), stressed the significance of the upcoming 2024 elections, highlighting them as a pivotal juncture for the future of Ghana.
While meeting with the Omanhene of New Juaben Traditional Area, Daasebre Kwaku Boateng III, in Koforidua, he emphasized that the upcoming election represents a decision between “light and darkness,” highlighting the differences in leadership between Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and John Dramani Mahama.
Dr. Prempeh emphasized the uninterrupted power supply during President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s term and condemned Mahama’s previous presidency for blackouts and policy flip-flops, like the termination of trainee stipends.
It is clear that the 2024 elections are between light and darkness. Those who like darkness will opt for it, but those of us who like the light will vote for light. We have two candidates, one of whom has been president before. At the time of his reign, he told us he couldn’t supply us with consistent light.
For four years, we lived in darkness, so if you want to vote for dumsor, I have shown you the way. In the eight years of Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, we have been enjoying consistent electricity supply. He canceled teaching and nursing trainee allowances, so if you vote for him again, he will cancel it.
Traditional leaders were encouraged to take an active role in governance and offer their guidance, highlighting the value of traditional authority within the NPP. Dr. Prempeh, who identifies as a royal, along with Dr. Bawumia, emphasized their dependence on the wisdom of traditional rulers.
We are here to show ourselves to the chiefs and elders to seek their blessings, directions, and guidance on how to navigate the campaign process. The December elections are for the future of the country.
He finished by cautioning about the possible adverse outcomes of choosing Mahama, emphasizing the importance of making wise choices in the upcoming elections.
