Accra, (Greater Accra) 25 Feb. '99,
Accra, (Greater Accra) 25 Feb. '99, The New Patriotic Party (NPP) on Thursday introduced Mr Victor Okuley Nortey as its candidate for next month's by- election at Ablekuma Central Constituency and urged voters to support him at the polls for the party to maintain the seat. Mr S. A. Odoi Sykes, National Chairman of the NPP, said it would be wise and fair for voters in the constituency to return the NPP to ensure continuity in the development of the area. The vote scheduled for March 26 follows the death of Mr Sam C. Crabbe. Mr Odoi Sykes praised Mr Crabbe for his commitment to the development of the constituency, saying that it was during his time that the area saw most development. "Mr Crabbe's commitment to the area's development is a sign of the NPP's commitment to the welfare of the masses and it would only be wise for the electorate to give back the seat to the party to continue what our colleague started". The late Mr Crabbe, who was affectionately called Makola MP, had to his credit a market project under construction, which would possibly be named after him, public toilets and drainage systems. Mr Odoi Sykes said Mr Nortey, who was chosen by consensus, is the most competent person to continue the good work of Mr Crabbe because they worked closely together. Touching on the recent increases in electricity tariffs, Mr Odoi Sykes said the timing and percentage of the hike are not right, pointing out that they are imposing a burden on the population. He, therefore, called on the government to reconsider the tariffs and ensure that consumers do not become victims of bad ambitious policies and strategies. Mr Nortey pledged his commitment to the programmes and projects initiated by Mr Crabbe saying, he will "ensure peace, safety and stability in the area."
