The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) is banking on the growing dissatisfaction with the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP)’s economic management to secure a sweeping victory in the Northern Region and across the nation in the upcoming December 7 general elections.
Leading party officials, including the Northern Regional Chairman, Ali Adolf, has been rallying support across the region, urging the grassroots to reject the NPP Flagbearer led by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, citing its failure to deliver on key promises.
The NDC claims that the government’s economic policies have left many citizens struggling with rising inflation, unemployment, and declining living standards.
Chairman Adolf, addressing party supporters at the inauguration of Nkpakpando Democratic Alliance Network (KDYAN) in the Mion Constituency, stressed that the NPP’s handling of the economy has been disastrous, and the people, particularly in the northern parts of the country, deserve better leadership.
“Dr. Bawumia made numerous promises before the 2016 elections, yet Ghanaians have not seen any of those promises fulfilled. It’s time for us to reject the NPP and vote for the NDC, led by John Dramani Mahama, to restore economic stability,” Adolf said.
The NDC has positioned its campaign around addressing what they describe as economic mismanagement under the NPP government. They point to the sharp depreciation of the cedi, high unemployment rates, and rising cost of living as evidence of the current administration’s failure.
In response, the party has promised to prioritize job creation, strengthen agriculture, and improve infrastructure to bring relief to Ghanaians.
Adolf noted that the NDC’s message of hope resonates strongly with the youth, many of whom he said are frustrated by the lack of job opportunities under the current government. “We have seen the impact of the NPP’s failed policies—joblessness, hardship, and a crippled economy. But we believe that the return of John Mahama will bring jobs, good governance, and a stable economy for all,” Adolf added.
The Northern Region, traditionally a stronghold for the NDC, remains a key battleground in the upcoming elections. The party aims to win, if not all, but 14 parliamentary seats in the region, as well as the presidency. Party insiders believe that the mounting economic grievances among voters will translate into significant support for the NDC at the polls.
With just a few weeks to go to the polls, the NDC is ramping up its efforts across the country, confident that the widespread discontent with the NPP’s economic record will help propel John Mahama and the party back into power.
Source: Simon Unyan (MX24 Northern Regional Correspondent)
