#2024 Polls: Ade Coker credits Mahama’s victory to NPP’s arrogance

Former Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Joseph Ade Coker, has attributed the party’s resounding victory in the 2024 general election to the tireless efforts of President-elect John Dramani Mahama and widespread dissatisfaction with the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Coker lauded Mahama’s dedication during the campaign, describing his nationwide outreach as instrumental in securing the NDC’s triumph.

“First and foremost, President Mahama, for the past two to three years, really traversed this country.

He visited all 276 Constituencies across the 16 regions multiple times, presenting his vision for the future,” he noted.

Coker emphasized that Mahama’s consistent engagement allowed him to connect with Ghanaians and articulate a compelling plan for the nation’s progress.

The former regional chairman also pointed to public frustration with the NPP’s leadership, particularly in handling the economy, as a key factor in the NDC’s success.

“There was widespread dissatisfaction with how the government managed the country.

Many Ghanaians felt disrespected by the arrogance of some NPP appointees,” he said.

He cited the economic challenges under the NPP, including controversial debt restructuring programmes such as the “haircut” on investments and the nation’s downgrade to junk status, as contributors to voter anger.

“What you saw was the anger of the people. Ghanaians were really angry. So, people voted massively for the NDC because they wanted a change and believed in what President Mahama was promising,” Coker added.

The NDC’s decisive win, Coker concluded, reflects Ghanaians’ desire for a leadership shift and their trust in the NDC’s agenda for national recovery and growth.

He praised Mahama’s ability to channel this momentum into a campaign that resonated with the electorate, ensuring the party’s overwhelming victory.

He spoke on Accra-based Citi FM.

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