The Ashanti Regional Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Abass Nurudeen, has accused the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) of allegedly wishing for an escalation of the ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran, as well as the involvement of the United States, for what he describes as “cheap political equalisation.”
Speaking during a panel discussion on Nhyira FM on Monday morning, Mr. Nurudeen expressed concern over what he termed as the NPP’s attempt to draw comparisons between the current Middle East tensions and the earlier global economic disruptions triggered by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
According to him, the worsening hostilities in the Middle East are a grave matter that poses significant threats not only to the countries directly involved but to the global economy at large. He described the situation as “deeply troubling and unpalatable” for the entire world, stressing that any further escalation could have dire humanitarian and economic consequences.
Mr. Nurudeen alleged that elements within the NPP are quietly hoping for a prolonged or intensified conflict in order to create an economic narrative similar to the one that emerged during the Russia-Ukraine war — a period during which Ghana, like many other countries, faced soaring fuel prices, rising inflation, and supply chain disruptions.
“The global community does not wish for war,” he stated. “But unfortunately, there are people within the NPP who would rather see this conflict escalate so they can use it as a convenient excuse to attack the current NDC administration. They are looking for external factors to blame because they cannot point to any major policy failure under the NDC.”
He further argued that the NDC government remains focused on stabilising the economy and improving livelihoods, despite global uncertainties. According to him, attempts to politicise international crises for domestic gains are not only irresponsible but undermine national unity at a time when solidarity is most needed.
Mr. Nurudeen maintained that the NDC administration is committed to prudent economic management and will not be distracted by what he described as “fear-driven propaganda.” He urged Ghanaians to remain calm and avoid being swayed by political narratives that seek to exploit global instability for partisan advantage.
He also called on political actors across the divide to prioritise national interest over party interest, especially in matters involving international conflicts that have far-reaching implications.
“The world is facing enough challenges already. Ghana must remain focused on peace, stability, and development. This is not the time for political opportunism,” he emphasised.
The comments have since sparked discussions among political observers, with some calling for restraint in public commentary on sensitive international matters, while others argue that political accountability remains essential in assessing how global developments impact Ghana’s domestic economy.
As tensions continue to unfold in the Middle East, attention remains on how global geopolitical shifts may affect emerging economies, including Ghana, particularly in areas such as fuel prices, trade, and inflation.
For now, the debate underscores the intersection between international affairs and domestic politics, as Ghana’s political parties position themselves amid evolving global uncertainties.
