Alan Kyerematen’s Withdrawal
In a significant development, presidential aspirant Hon. Alan Kyerematen has officially withdrawn from the ongoing NPP flagbearership race. This decision comes as a result of his concerns about what he perceives as flaws in the special delegates conference, a critical element of the party’s internal electoral process.
Intimidation and Flawed Process
Kyerematen, in a press statement, expressed deep worries about the prevalent issues of intimidation, threats, and attacks on polling station executives during the election proceedings. His announcement follows a meticulous analysis of the election results, leading him to a poignant realization that the special delegates conference seemed strategically and tactically skewed in favor of a particular aspirant.
This revelation is supported by pronouncements from leading members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), both before and after the elections, adding weight to Kyerematen’s observations. The level of unprecedented intimidation reported across sixteen regions, coupled with acts of violence and collusion in various voting centers, further fueled his concerns, marking an unfortunate and despicable turn of events in the history of the party’s internal elections.
Future Consultations and Gratitude
In response to these unsettling circumstances, Alan Kyerematen has decided to honorably withdraw from the process that would lead to the Presidential Primaries scheduled for November 4, 2023. In the weeks to come, he plans to engage in consultations with his family, various stakeholders, and interest groups to determine the role he will play in the political landscape of Ghana.
Despite this decision, Kyerematen took a moment to extend his well-wishes to the other aspirants who will continue on their journey. Additionally, he expressed profound gratitude to his family, the Alan 4 President (A4P) Campaign Team, and the extensive support he has received from his supporters in Ghana and around the world over the years.
This announcement marks a significant shift in the dynamics of the NPP flagbearership race, with repercussions that will undoubtedly resonate within the party and beyond. As the political landscape continues to evolve, Kyerematen’s decision adds a new layer of complexity to an already closely watched electoral process.
