The National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) has launched its 2020 election manifesto at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) for the 2020 general election.
The manifesto represented the vision and programs of the John Mahama – Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang ticket for the 2020 elections, addressed the “felt needs of people and It follows months of wide consultations with various interest groups and individuals across the country.
Below is a speech delivered by Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, NDC Running Mate
Three months ago, the National Democratic Congress (NDC), through the visionary decision of our Flagbearer H.E. John Dramani Mahama, opened a new chapter in our Party’s leadership by endorsing me as the first female Running Mate; a manifestation of the NDC’s belief in gender justice and inclusion. I express my gratitude to the Flagbearer, the Founder, the Council of Elders, Party Executives and all Comrades for granting me the opportunity to contribute towards our Great NDC’s resounding victory in the December 7, 2020 elections.
As a nation, it is a fact that our socio-economic conditions are fast deteriorating under the current New Patriotic Party administration. The country faces a grim socio-economic future.
The economy is fast collapsing, nepotism and state capture have characterised our political economy. By the NPP’s action and inaction, we are experiencing high levels of insecurity, and safety is not even guaranteed or assured anymore.
The NPP’s adherence to the rule of law is only a mirage.
Our once highly valued educational system has been politicized and devalued. This is the reason why I am happy to join hands with our Flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, to rescue this country on December 7, 2020.
The gender balance in our leadership as a Party provides hope for our resounding victory.
It signifies inclusive and participatory democracy, which prioritises the needs of all: the head porters (Kayayei), okada riders, market women, traders, farmers, seamstresses, tailors, hair dressers, beauticians, carpenters, masons, steel binders, car mechanics, fishermen, teachers, nurses, security persons, persons with disabilities and all others, irrespective of gender, religion, ethnicity, profession or geographical location.
To maximise the benefits of this gender balance for our rescue mission, I call for the full participation of every member of OUR GREAT NDC PARTY.
I urge you to be part of the victory process.
Having worked closely with H.E. John Dramani Mahama as former
Minister of Education, I know he is a man of vision,
a leader we can trust, a public servant of integrity and a courageous leader who makes the right decisions in the national interest at all times. I pledge to apply myself diligently and to dedicate all my energies and intellect to ensure a resounding victory for the NDC and for our country, Ghana.
With God on OUR SIDE, VICTORY IS OURS!
Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang NDC Running Mate
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