The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Talensi, Thomas Duanab Wuni Pearson, has stressed that despite the effort put in, the outcome of the just-concluded general elections was influenced by a shift in the political mood of Ghanaians, who were ready for change.
He suggested that the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s campaign propaganda resonated more with voters, and the perceived arrogance from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) contributed to the loss.
“It wasn’t about resources; it was just that the time had come for Ghanaians to want a change, and the propaganda of the NDC worked for them, while the arrogance, as far as we are concerned, brought us down.”
In an interview on A1 Radio, Mr. Wuni reflected that the party’s own rhetoric and pronouncements may have played a part in diminishing its support, leading to a significant defeat.
However, he shared insights into the NPP’s loss, attributing the defeat to a combination of factors, including internal party challenges and the NDC’s effective campaign strategy.
The DCE emphasized that election campaigns should always be driven by optimism and commitment. He highlighted the efforts of parliamentary candidates, such as the NPP’s candidate for Bolgatanga Central, who, despite facing a tough battle, gave his all in terms of resources and effort. He noted that had the NPP candidates not maintained hope and confidence, they would not have fought as hard.
“When you go into an election, you look at what would come out of the election positively, unless of course, you are not committed. You saw how Figo was in Bolga. It was a very difficult election for him, but I believe he put in all his best and spent to the last pesewa. If he had thought that, in the last election, Adongo beat us by twenty thousand or sixteen thousand, he wouldn’t have done what he was doing. He believed positively that he could win.”
He further noted that this type of political cycle is not unusual, referencing the historical trend of shifts in power every eight years. He expressed that the NPP’s defeat, though disappointing, was not entirely unexpected, especially given the dynamics of Ghanaian politics, which often sees voter sentiments shift after two terms in power.
“We were subdued as a result of our own pronouncements sometimes. That is what led to this massive defeat, but it’s not surprising because, in 2016, we did the same to them. In every eight years, these things are bound to happen, I believe,” he added.
Source: A1Radioonline.Com | 101.1MHz |Gifty Eyram Kudiabor | Bolgatanga
