NDC Vows to Reverse Last-Minute NPP Promotions and Appointments, Cites Cover-Up Concerns

The National Democratic Congress (NDC), through its National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, has issued a strong warning, declaring that an incoming NDC administration will reverse all last-minute promotions and appointments made by the outgoing New Patriotic Party (NPP) government. This pledge, delivered during victory thank-you rallies in Sunyani, Berekum, and Seikwa, signifies a firm commitment to addressing what the NDC views as a deliberate attempt by the NPP to maintain influence and potentially obscure malfeasance within public institutions.

Mr. Nketiah’s comments reveal a deep suspicion regarding the motives behind the NPP’s recent actions. He specifically highlighted the issuance of appointment letters and promotions within public institutions as a calculated move by the outgoing administration to solidify its control. He questioned the timing of these actions, suggesting they were not based on merit or necessity but rather an attempt to strategically position allies within the system before relinquishing power. This framing of the issue as a manipulative tactic designed to entrench influence and potentially cover up wrongdoings elevates the stakes and frames the NDC’s promise as a necessary act of accountability.

The NDC Chairman’s stance is not limited to personnel changes; it also extends to those perceived to have manipulated the recent election process. Mr. Nketiah specifically issued a stern warning to individuals implicated in electoral malpractices, including government-backed security personnel. His pointed message suggests that those involved in such activities will not escape scrutiny and potential consequences. He reassured NDC supporters that the party leadership is actively addressing these concerns and urged them to maintain calm while the issues are resolved.

These pronouncements underscore a broader narrative of accountability and transparency that the NDC is keen to establish. By highlighting what it sees as questionable practices of the outgoing administration, the NDC seeks to position itself as a champion of integrity and good governance. The commitment to reversing these personnel actions and investigating electoral irregularities serves as a clear message to both the NPP and the broader public: the NDC intends to hold the outgoing government to account and will prioritize transparency in its own governance if elected. The events at the rallies served as platforms to reiterate this message, rallying supporters and signaling the party’s commitment to its core principles.