Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, Member of Parliament for Assin Central, has declared that he would win the race to head the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the next general election.
The outspoken congressman said that he has no doubt that party delegates would grant him the mandate to ‘break the 8’ for the ruling party.
Speaking to merchants in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, the businessman-turned-politician expressed optimism for the party and Ghana.
“There is hope; let us keep it alive.” I will speak with all relevant parties to determine how we can best assist you. I try to ignore politics when I visit places like these.
“However, I’ve been advised to disclose my goal for this visit.” “All I’m saying is that in 2024, I’ll head the NPP,” he stated to thunderous applause.
The KenCity Media CEO also emphasized his trading background: “Leaders have come and gone, none of them had a mother who was a trader.” My mother was a vendor at Okaishie.
“I understand your troubles and how you suffer to provide for your children, thus I am a product of the street and of trade.” So, I will go to whatever length to safeguard the interests of women,” he said emphatically.
He also vowed to provide the market with 200 lighting and poles to improve security and to ask the Roadways Minister to look into the condition of vendors in relation to the nature of roads.
He also vowed to look into the problem of MASLOC loans that had not reached a certain segment of the trading community. Hundreds of shopkeepers applauded Agyapong when he arrived at the premises.
Kennedy Agyapong is set to face stiff opposition for the flagbearer position from Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bauwima and Minister of Trade and Industry Alan Kyeremanteng.