Ofosu Ampofo cries over loss of NDC chairmanship

Samuel Ofosu Ampofo

Former National Democratic Congress (NDC) chairman Samuel Ofosu Ampofo has expressed disappointment and sadness over his defeat in the race for the party’s national chairmanship last year.

In an emotional interview on Joy FM’s Personality Profile, Ofosu Ampofo revealed that he was still trying to come to terms with his defeat. He said: “I am a little disappointed because I thought we were moving in a certain direction and if I had the opportunity, I could have led the party to win the 2024 elections.”

He burst into tears as he recalled the allegations levelled against him during the contest, including claims that he was “in bed with the NPP” because of his Akyem heritage.

“How on earth could anyone think that I would be in bed with the NPP? But suddenly my Akyem lineage was questioned, that I am part of the Akyem mafia. I am in bed with the NPP,” he said, his voice breaking with emotion.

Ofosu Ampofo stressed that his tenure as National Chairman has been very successful, as evidenced by the numbers and votes, which reflect his effectiveness.

However, he acknowledged that the current leadership of the party is capable of winning the elections due to the robust structures put in place during his tenure.

Despite his loss, Ofosu Ampofo is still confident that the party can win the 2024 elections under the current leadership.

“I have no doubt that the current leadership is capable of winning the elections,” he said.

His defeat was a major surprise as he was defeated by the then Secretary General, John Asiedu Nketiah, who received 65.17% of the votes.

Ofosu Ampofo’s emotional reaction underscores the depth of his passion and commitment to the party, but also his sadness that he can no longer lead the NDC until the 2024 elections.

-BY Daniel Bampoe