In a surprising turn of events, the Member of Parliament for Shama, Erickson Abekah, may not have the opportunity to cast his vote in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) ongoing presidential primary as his name is conspicuously absent from the party’s voters’ album in his constituency. This development comes amidst the hotly contested race between Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia and firebrand politician Kennedy Agyapong, who are vying to lead the NPP in the 2024 general elections.
Despite the apparent electoral setback, Erickson Abekah has declared his willingness to relinquish his voting privilege in the name of a peaceful exercise and to foster unity within the NPP. His decision reflects a commitment to the democratic values of the party and a desire to avoid any controversies that may arise from his exclusion from the voters’ album.
The ongoing NPP presidential primary has generated significant interest both within the party and among the general public. The contest between Vice President Bawumia, widely seen as a competent and experienced political figure, and Kennedy Agyapong, known for his outspoken and sometimes controversial style, has intensified the race for the party’s flagbearer position.
Erickson Abekah’s gesture of self-sacrifice has drawn attention to the importance of unity within the NPP as the party prepares to face off against its political opponents in the upcoming 2024 general elections. It remains to be seen how this act of magnanimity will influence the dynamics of the NPP’s internal politics and whether it will resonate with the party’s rank and file.
As the NPP presidential primary continues, the spotlight is on the remaining voters who will determine the future leader of the party. While the absence of Erickson Abekah’s name on the voters’ album may cost him his vote, his commitment to a peaceful and harmonious primary process stands as a symbol of dedication to the principles of the NPP.
Source: CitiNewsroom