Former Member of Parliament for Amenfi Central and aspiring Western Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Hon. Ing. George Kofi Arthur, has appealed to party delegates to vote for a new leadership to restore discipline, strengthen unity and promote inclusiveness within the party in the Western Region.
He said the time had come for delegates to make a bold decision to change the leadership of the regional party, arguing that the current state of affairs required a new direction that would prioritise the welfare of grassroots members and long-serving party faithful.
Addressing delegates during his campaign engagement in the region, Mr. Arthur expressed concern over what he described as the neglect of veteran party members who had sacrificed their time, resources and energy to build the NDC but were allegedly struggling without support from the party.
He lamented that some of these elderly members, who had worked tirelessly for the party over the years and were now physically challenged, with some depending on walking sticks for mobility, had not received meaningful assistance from the party.
According to him, it was unfortunate that individuals who had dedicated their productive years to the growth and electoral fortunes of the NDC were being left to their fate, while a few individuals allegedly enjoyed disproportionate access to party resources and opportunities.
Mr. Arthur cited the distribution and allocation of auction vehicles as an example of what he considered unequal treatment within the party, claiming that some committed members had not benefited from such opportunities, while one individual was allegedly using as many as five vehicles.
He argued that such developments were unacceptable and could undermine the commitment of grassroots supporters who remained the backbone of the party.
The former Amenfi Central MP maintained that the NDC could only sustain its strength and improve its electoral performance in the Western Region if the concerns of ordinary members were addressed and opportunities were distributed fairly.
He consequently called on delegates to support his candidature, promising to establish an inclusive administration that would recognise the contributions of party members at all levels.
He stressed that his vision was to build a regional party structure where the interests of the grassroots would be paramount and where no committed member would feel abandoned or sidelined.
Mr. Arthur further urged delegates not to be afraid of change, insisting that leadership must be assessed by its performance and willingness to respond to the needs of the people.
In a passionate appeal, he declared: “If the day is not going well, change it. You will own change, if you fear change.”
He said the delegates had a responsibility to make the right decision at the polls, adding that their votes could determine the future direction of the NDC in the Western Region.
Mr. Arthur’s campaign message is anchored on the need to restore discipline, promote fairness, strengthen internal democracy and ensure that the sacrifices of long-serving party members are recognised.
He maintained that an effective regional leadership must not only focus on winning elections but also demonstrate genuine commitment to the welfare of the people who work tirelessly to secure victory for the party.
