Former President Jerry John Rawlings has called on members of the NDC not to rest on their oars after the successful conclusion of Regional elections over the weekend.
"Following the conclusion of Regional elections of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) at various centres across the country, I wish to congratulate all members of the party for a generally incident-free conduct of the process.
My congratulations also go to all who deservingly won their positions through the pursuit of the party’s ideals of truth and integrity.
I must commend delegates who defied the shameful and vulgar inducements by some candidates and their sponsors, and defiantly chose to elect those whose commitment and dedication to the party is unquestionable.
While the results of the elections are a good indication of the sense of purpose of delegates and the membership of the party at large, we cannot rest on our oars.
The scourge of monetization which has engulfed our body politic was still manifest in many of the last Regional elections. Some victors won through monetary and material inducements instead of a commitment to the ideals of the party.
We have to be on the lookout for self-centred personalities who managed to slip through the net due to revolting levels of monetary influence. Let us not allow such people to dilute, contaminate and weaken the progress that has been made.
As a party that seeks to rebuild and strengthen itself, it is imperative that we see the results of the last elections as a small step towards confronting the bigger challenges facing the party.
As we work towards the selection of national executives, we should be guided by the enormity of the obstacles well-resourced individuals with parochial agendas will place in our way. We have to confront these stumbling blocks and ensure that the image and strength of the party comes first.
With dedication, teamwork, truth and integrity, the party will once again rise to its once envious position in Ghana’s political climate.”
Source: Peacefmonline.com
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A very dishonest founder. He has started giving ammunition to the NPP. If money is not important in party politics, why did this founder collect Abacha's money. This traitor founder would not let NDC have peace until all those he doesn't agree with are sacked from the party. All this man's politics is about throwing out accusations without any evidence. For once, name the individuals who bought the votes. 'Sadly, NDC's so called founder has become so petty, dishonest and vindictive.
JJ we are sick & tired of your rantling. Name and shame those you know dished out money to win their seats. You think you are God and knows everything. You have been VERY QUIET on NAADA than you were with your own party leaders bcos you are in NAADA's pocket. Remember one day when you die you go with your party to hell.