Flagbearer Hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Mr Alan Kyerematen says he stands for peace and has therefore cautioned against any acts or omissions of any individuals or groups of individuals that may disturb the peace and harmony of the party.
His caution follows comments made by Hopeson Adorye during the “Aduro Wo So Health Walk” in Kumasi, which have generated strong reactions from different sections of the Ghanaian public, with the potential of creating divisions within the rank and file of the Party.
Speaking at the walk in Kumasi, dubbed a “Walk for Alan”, Hopeson Adorye said that the vice-presidential slot of the party is an automatic slot for the Northerners in the NPP while that of the presidential spot switches between the Danquah and Busia lineages.
According to him, “Whenever a Danquah leads the party, the Busia side steps aside but there is a Dombo (for running mate), and whenever a Busia leads, the Danquah side steps aside but there is a Dombo (for running mate). As for the Dombos they are always there (for running mate).
“If it went to Danquah, came to Busia, went back to Danquah, where should it go now, is it not Busia?” he asked.
Due to the above, Hopeson Adorye has been summoned to appear before the party’s National Complaints Committee to answer questions.
Additionally, under the instructions of the National Steering Committee, Mr. Alan Kyerematen has also been written to in respect of the “Aduro Wo So Health Walk” that was organised in his name.
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In a press statement, Mr Alan Kyerematen whose concern was drawn to Hopeson Adorye’s comments said,”I understand, with great concern, that the unintended consequences of these comments have generated strong reactions from different sections of the Ghanaian public, with the potential of creating divisions within the rank and file of our Party, at a crucial time in its history. The New Patriotic Party has always stood for unity, peace and progress for every Ghanaian. Without a doubt, these are the very same virtues that I have worked tirelessly to uphold, in my years of service to Ghana and to the NPP.”
He added that, “It is a fact that the peaceful health walk was independently organized, and joined by thousands of well-meaning Ghanaian citizens across Kumasi, to express their passion for the NPP, in addition to their genuine support for what I have come to represent in the Party, through years of dedicated service. Much as I do appreciate this show of support, I would like to strongly caution against any acts or omissions of any individuals or groups of individuals that may disturb the peace and harmony in our party.”
Meanwhile, Mr Alan Kyerematen said it was important that the NPP fights,”What seems to be emerging as a dangerous trend in our body politic in Ghana, of using misinformation and propaganda in instigating disunity along ethnic, religious and political lines.”
“I passionately believe that it is impossible or inappropriate, to diminish or distort the fundamental contributions and stature of any of the founding fathers of the NPP tradition, and I encourage Party faithfuls to focus on this indisputable fact. Indeed, it is the dedicated service of all the celebrated as well as unsung heroes of our great Party that has, and continues to give life to the NPP, till this day,” He added.
He encouraged party faithfuls to be vigilant and consistent in protecting the unity that has made the party a beacon of hope to the people of Ghana over the past 30 years.
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