Delegates of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Gomoa Central Constituency of the Central Region have pledged their full support for Dr Akwesi Oppong Fosu in his bid to become the party’s next National Chairman.
The delegates say their decision follows an assessment of the former Minister of Local Government and Rural Development’s leadership vision, campaign message and proposed strategies for strengthening the party ahead of the 2028 general elections.
The endorsement was made public by the Gomoa Central Constituency Chairman, Eric Arhin Tekyi, who led a group of constituency executives and delegates to express their support for Dr Oppong Fosu.
Speaking to the media, Mr Arhin Tekyi said the delegates have carefully considered the candidate’s vision for the NDC and are convinced that he has the leadership experience and capacity to steer the party towards its electoral objectives.
Mr Arhin Tekyi, NDC Constituency Chairman, Gomoa Central
He indicated that the constituency is prepared to give Dr Oppong Fosu its full vote in the forthcoming National Executive elections, expressing confidence in his ability to strengthen the party’s organisational structures and improve its appeal among Ghanaians.
According to the constituency chairman, the delegates believe the party needs leadership capable of promoting unity, strengthening grassroots participation and building a formidable political organisation ahead of future elections.
Beyond their endorsement of Dr Oppong Fosu’s National Chairmanship bid, the Gomoa Central delegates have appealed to him to support the constituency’s efforts to secure parliamentary representation in the 2028 general elections.
Mr Arhin Tekyi described Gomoa Central as an “orphan constituency”, citing its lack of a Member of Parliament, and called on the aspiring National Chairman to help address the situation.
He appealed to Dr Oppong Fosu to work closely with the constituency to strengthen its political structures, enhance grassroots mobilisation and create the conditions necessary for the NDC to secure the parliamentary seat in the next general elections.
The appeal reflects the constituency’s desire for greater attention to its political organisation and electoral prospects as the party prepares for the 2028 polls.
The delegates are hopeful that Dr Oppong Fosu, if elected, will provide the necessary leadership and institutional support to help constituencies facing similar electoral challenges.
Meanwhile, delegates from the Awutu Senya East and Awutu Senya West constituencies have also expressed their support for Dr Oppong Fosu’s ambition to lead the NDC as National Chairman.
The delegates reportedly assured him of their votes in the upcoming National Executive elections, adding to the support being expressed for his candidature across sections of the party.
The endorsements from Gomoa Central, Awutu Senya East and Awutu Senya West highlight the importance of constituency-level engagement and delegate support in the contest for the NDC’s national leadership.
Dr Oppong Fosu, who is seeking the National Chairmanship position, has outlined a vision of making the NDC a party of choice for Ghanaians through stronger organisation, effective leadership and improved engagement with the grassroots.
His bid comes as the governing party prepares to elect national officers who will be responsible for directing its organisational affairs and positioning it for the 2028 general elections.
The forthcoming National Executive elections are expected to shape the party’s leadership and organisational direction as it works to consolidate its structures and maintain its political appeal ahead of the next electoral contest.
Story by Joseph Cobbina
