With just one week remaining until the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Primary, there is growing controversy surrounding the flagbearer aspirants and their alleged attempts to influence delegates through the use of money. One of the aspirants, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, and his Campaign Manager, Kwame Owusu, have found themselves in a contradictory position regarding these claims.
Agyapong, in his campaign, has accused other aspirants of engaging in the distribution of money to delegates. He specifically targeted Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's campaign, alleging that they have been offering cars and large sums of money to party chairmen in order to sway their support. However, some of the chairmen in question have vehemently denied these allegations and have confronted Agyapong directly.
In a surprising turn of events, Agyapong's Campaign Manager, Kwame Owusu, has publicly admitted that their campaign team is also involved in giving money to delegates. However, he stated that they are doing it covertly, suggesting that they are not as open about their actions as other aspirants.
Owusu made these revelations during an interview with Accra-based Citi FM. He acknowledged that they cannot deny the fact that they have been providing financial incentives to delegates, but emphasized that they are doing so in a discreet manner.
This admission by Agyapong's Campaign Manager adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing debate surrounding inducements in the NPP Presidential Primary. It raises questions about the integrity of the electoral process and the fairness of the competition among the aspirants. The conflicting statements from Agyapong and Owusu also highlight the need for transparency and ethical conduct within political campaigns.
As the primary approaches, the NPP and its members must carefully consider the implications of these allegations and take appropriate measures to ensure a free and fair election. The party's leadership should investigate these claims thoroughly and take decisive action if any wrongdoing is discovered.
Overall, the conflicting claims made by Agyapong and Owusu regarding the distribution of money to delegates have sparked controversy and raised concerns about the electoral process. It is crucial for the NPP to address these issues promptly and uphold the principles of fairness, transparency, and integrity in their internal elections.
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