A new political movement, THE BASE, has officially been unveiled in Ghana, positioning itself as a third force determined to break what its founders describe as the country’s long-standing two-party dominance between the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
The movement was formally introduced at a press conference held on Tuesday afternoon, where members of the media fraternity were invited to hear what organisers described as the reasons behind the “birth and formation” of THE BASE.
Addressing journalists and supporters,Nana Opoku Agyemang, Deputy Secretary for the BASE, declared that Ghana’s democracy in the Fourth Republic has been controlled for the past 33 years by two political parties whose leadership, according to him, has failed to meet the hopes and aspirations of the Ghanaian people—particularly the youth.
In a passionate address, Mr. Agyemang argued that both the NDC and NPP have collectively fallen short in tackling the country’s most pressing challenges, including corruption, youth unemployment, and the lack of meaningful infrastructural development.
“Ghana in this Fourth Republic has been run for the past 33 years by two parties. They have both not been able to satisfy the hopes and aspirations of the country,” he stated.
He accused the two dominant parties of failing to instil discipline, patriotism, and accountability in governance, adding that choosing between them has often felt like choosing between “the devil and the deep blue sea.”
Breaking the Dichotomy.
According to Mr. Agyemang, Ghana cannot continue indefinitely under what he called an unhealthy political dichotomy.
“It is time to break this system. That is the reason for the birth of THE BASE—a third force that will seek to address the hopes and aspirations of all well-meaning Ghanaians,” he announced.
He stressed that while two parties only provide an alternative, three or more political options offer citizens a real choice.
“If you have only two parties, you only have an alternative. But if you have three or more, you have a choice,” he explained.
THE BASE, he said, was established to offer that choice and to serve as a springboard for what he described as “true revolutionary leadership Ghana deserves—without the gun.”
A Movement Rooted in Truth, Justice and Youth Welfare.
Mr. Agyemang presented THE BASE as a truly Ghanaian movement open to all citizens who value truth, justice, discipline, and national development.
He placed particular emphasis on the welfare of young people, describing them as the future leaders of the nation whose needs have been neglected under the existing political order.
“THE BASE is open to all who love the truth, seek justice, admire discipline, and above all have the love and welfare of the youth at heart,” he declared.
Call for National Unity and Renewal
In one of the most memorable moments of the press conference, the former chairman called on what he referred to as the “eggshells of Ghana” to unite under the new movement.
“This is the time for all the eggshells of Ghana to unite. We have nothing to lose but our yolk,” he said, drawing laughter and applause from attendees.
He urged Ghanaians to come together to rescue the country from what he described as an eight-year cycle of recycling incompetence, corruption, arrogance, greed, and nepotism.
“The country has lost its sense of direction and self-belief. It is time to rediscover ourselves again,” he added.
A “Gunless Revolution” for National Reset.
THE BASE, according to its founders, is not merely another political party but a movement aimed at a national reset grounded in pragmatism, patriotism, honesty, hard work, discipline, dedication, and development.
Mr. Agyemang concluded by thanking the media for their presence and support, describing their role as essential in spreading the message of the movement’s birth.
“Thanks for being a part of this gunless revolution. Thanks for being here to help spread the good news of the birth of THE BASE,” he said.
A New Chapter in Ghana’s Political Landscape.
The emergence of THE BASE adds a new dimension to Ghana’s evolving democratic space, as public dissatisfaction with traditional political structures continues to grow, particularly among the youth.
Political observers say the movement’s ability to gain traction will depend on its organisation, policy direction, and appeal beyond protest rhetoric. However, its launch signals an increasing desire among sections of the population for alternatives to the entrenched NDC-NPP duopoly.
As Ghana approaches another crucial period in its democratic journey, the coming months will reveal whether THE BASE can transform its message of reform into a formidable political force.
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