Thirty-four aspirants are contesting 11 executive positions in the Ashanti Region of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The contest has been tense, with some candidates expressing disappointment at not securing the positions they sought.
Ashanti NPP Leaders Call for Unity
In a bid to strengthen unity within the party, aspiring constituency executives of the NPP in the Ashanti Region have called on party leadership to take steps to ensure a united front. This comes after a tense election period, where 22 candidates out of 34 aspirants vying for 11 executive positions will not secure the positions they sought.
According to a video on YouTube, the aspiring executives believe that unity is crucial for the party's victory in the 2024 elections. "We are calling on party leadership to strengthen unity within our ranks," they said in a statement.
Solidarity for Chairman Wontumi
The call for unity follows a period of tension in the party, particularly after the 20-year jail term handed to Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi. Some Ashanti Regional executives of the NPP have expressed their solidarity with Chairman Wontumi, describing him as a key figure in the party's success.
A vigil was held in support of Chairman Wontumi, with members of the NPP and the Ashanti Caucus in attendance. The vigil was a call to action for members to show their support for the party's chairman.
Party Unity Matters
The call for unity within the NPP is crucial, given the party's history in the Ashanti Region. The region has been a stronghold of the NPP, and any divisions within the party could have a significant impact on the party's chances in the 2024 elections.
The party's leadership will need to take steps to address the concerns of the aspiring executives and ensure that the party presents a united front. This will require open communication and a willingness to listen to the concerns of all party members.
The outcome of this process will be crucial in determining the party's chances in the 2024 elections. If the party is able to present a united front, it will be better equipped to face the challenges ahead. However, if the party remains divided, it may struggle to achieve its goals.
Source: 3News
