Alhaji Abdallah Otito Achuliwor, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Navrongo Central, acknowledged that his campaign has not been easy, highlighting the challenges posed by the competitive political landscape. “The campaign is not going easy. It’s tough, but it’s only the tough who get going. It’s tough because you have competition,” he said.
Mr. Achuliwor emphasized that the presence of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate makes the campaign even more challenging. He stressed the need for vigilance and consistent engagement with the electorate. “If I was alone, where is the wahala? You know you’re already going to Parliament. But once there’s somebody else, you can’t sleep because if you sleep, they’ll bypass you.”
Despite these challenges, Mr. Achuliwor expressed confidence in the progress of his campaign, citing the strong support he has received from his constituents. “It’s been a good campaign so far, and I know at the end of the day, I’ll be here again to give you the good news.”
He also pointed out that the people of Navrongo Central recognize his contributions to the development of the community, positioning him as a deserving representative in Parliament. While confident in his support base, he emphasized that complacency is not an option. “In elections, you don’t say it’s overwhelming and relax.”
Addressing his opponent, Mr. Achuliwor suggested that the NDC candidate is participating more for personal opportunities than for genuine service to the community, adding that his opponent lacks the necessary maturity. “As for the NDC candidate, I know he just wants to participate. He’s participating because he thinks that in the unlikely event that Mahama becomes president, they’ll get some appointments for him, and then he’ll relocate from the United Kingdom. That is all I see.” He added, “He’s a first-time voter. He has just turned 18 and is about to vote in Navrongo for the first time.”
Mr. Achuliwor underscored the importance of experience and maturity in politics, reflecting on his own growth over the years. “He has to mature. He should wait. When we go to Parliament and come back, he should now follow after he has learned from what we have done.”
He continued, “What can he say he has done in Navrongo in the past twenty years? Nothing. If you ask me, I’ll give you a long list. I have learned from others, and I have matured enough to go and sit in Parliament and say, ‘This is tradition, this is how we have to do it in Navrongo.'”
The NPP candidate reiterated that understanding the needs of his constituents is crucial for effective representation and governance. He also conveyed a message of unity within the NPP in Navrongo, reaffirming that the party is collectively focused on winning the upcoming election.
Source: A1Radioonline.Com | 101.1MHZ | Mark Kwasi Ahumah Smith | Bolgatanga
