By Mariam Ibrahim
As the National Democratic Congress (NDC) prepares to choose its leadership for the Central Region, party stalwarts and delegates have issued a passionate call to prioritize loyalty, sacrifice, and proven leadership by maintaining Regional Chairman, Nana Dr. Richard Kofi Asiedu.
Addressing party faithful ahead of the regional elections, key supporters pointed to Chairman Asiedu’s commitment to the NDC, even during challenging personal and political moments.
A Legacy of Selfless Sacrifice
Highlighting his track record of funding and supporting party activities across the region, supporters noted that when others hesitated, Chairman Asiedu stepped up to provide essential resources for campaign operations.
“When others kept their money safely in the bank to take care of their families, our Regional Chairman, Nana Dr. Richard Kofi Asiedu, chose the party,” one prominent party delegate declared. “Even under suspension, he did not allow bitterness to control him. He did not say no to the NDC; instead, he put the party first.”
Delegates underscored his massive logistical investment during critical campaign periods, referencing his personal donation and fueling of heavy-duty campaign vehicles across the region’s parliamentary constituencies.
“He pulled out six brand-new pickups and one Tundra fully loaded with a complete sound system to campaign across the entire Central Region, fueling them himself every single day,” another local party executive stated. “This is selflessness. This is leadership. This is love for the party.”
Unmatched Strategy and Discipline
Beyond his material contributions, party members praised Chairman Asiedu’s tactical acumen, citing his performance against the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the region. Supporters highlighted his ability to deliver 19 out of 23 parliamentary seats in the Central Region against NPP Regional Chairman Robert Kutin as proof of his executive capabilities.
“His achievements are unmatched, his ability unmatched, his decision-making unmatched, and his strategies unmatched,” a constituency campaigner noted. “It is no small feat to compete with NPP’s Kutin in the Central Region and give him a showdown of 19 seats out of 23. His works shall speak for him.”
Emphasizing the need for strong discipline ahead of upcoming national contests, party members argued that only a leader who has personally invested in building the party has the courage and authority to maintain order and protect its interests.
“Comrades, the truth is simple: you protect what you have built,” a delegate emphasized. “A leader who has invested his money and resources to make the NDC succeed will value and protect this party. But a leader who invested nothing will only act like a politician chasing votes, with no discipline to protect us.”
They added, “A true leader dispenses justice and discipline without fear or favor. If he has the courage to discipline his own, how much more will he discipline our opponents?”
A Call to Action for Delegates
With the regional elections approaching, grassroots campaigners are pleading with delegates across all constituencies to reject internal politics and vote based on demonstrated loyalty and track record.
“In politics, some choose to play mind games and sow hatred against people who have done no wrong. But the delegates have seen the truth with their own eyes,” a senior party delegate concluded. “I am humbly pleading with all delegates to save our region. Let us reward sacrifice. Let us put the party first and maintain Nana Dr. Richard Kofi Asiedu.”
