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President John Mahama has counseled National Democratic Congress (NDC) supporters to avoid destroying and damaging government properties in order to distinguish themselves from their rivals, the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Speaking on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at a Presidential Dinner, President Mahama recalled incidents in which NPP supporters allegedly damaged public buildings following their electoral victory in 2016.
He cautioned those who support the NDC against following suit.
“Ghanaians punished the NPP for arrogance, incompetence, and for not listening to their cries and challenges. As I said during the campaign, there’s no point in fighting for political power if you’re coming to repeat the same mistakes the NPP made. That’s why I’m concerned about some of the things happening now. I know that in 2017, after we lost the election and handed over, the NPP started attacking government offices, taking over toll booths, taking over public toilets, and attacking government officers. They threw people out, stopped people on the street, and took cars from them.”
He underlined that the NDC needs to refrain from such behavior and show that they are dedicated to maintaining efficient governance.
“We must not do the same thing. Let us show Ghana that we are different,” he urged.
Additionally, he conveyed gratitude for the sacrifices made by party members, particularly the younger generation, who made it possible for the party to win the elections on December 7. He emphasized the significance of directing their energies in a constructive manner.
“I know that many of our youth sacrificed a lot to help the party win, but I also know that our regional and constituency executives know who contributed to our victory. What they must do now is compile a list of these individuals and explore ways to engage their youthful energies once things settle. Rather than taking the law into their own hands, opening fertilizer depots, or taking rice from warehouses, we should focus on more constructive activities,” he said.
Finally, he called on party executives to call supporters to order.
“I expect regional chairmen and constituency chairmen to call our young people to order so that we can operate in an organized manner. If this continues, we cannot allow law and order to break down. We may have to call in the security services to protect sensitive installations, and we wouldn’t want that,” Mahama added.
Source: Ghanatodayonline.com
