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In a bold and trending political development, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, the General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has sparked intense debate across Ghana after criticizing public officials who treat political office as a tool for personal enrichment. His controversial statement, “If your goal is to acquire properties, go and join the New Patriotic Party (NPP),” has gone viral on social media and stirred major buzz ahead of the 2024 elections.
Kwetey's fiery statement came during a key NDC internal engagement, where he addressed concerns about the infiltration of “property-hungry” individuals into political leadership. He stressed that such people do not align with the NDC’s core values of integrity, patriotism, and selfless service.
His comments directly target what many Ghanaians perceive as a deepening culture of corruption in Ghanaian politics, especially under the current NPP government. This aligns with rising public dissatisfaction around issues of corruption, poor governance, and wealth inequality.
With the 2024 Ghana elections fast approaching, Kwetey's statement plays into the NDC’s broader campaign message — that it represents true accountability and transparency in governance. The party is working hard to differentiate itself from the ruling NPP, which faces accusations of mismanagement and corruption scandals.
By reinforcing the idea that the NDC is not a place for opportunists, Kwetey is attempting to rebrand the NDC as a party of discipline and integrity, appealing to both the youth vote and disillusioned citizens who crave change.
The political clash has taken over social media platforms in Ghana, with hashtags like #JoinNPPForProperties, #KweteySpeaks, and #FixTheCountry trending on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook. Videos and quotes from Kwetey’s speech have gone viral, earning praise from activists, influencers, and everyday Ghanaians alike.
Many users applauded him for “speaking the hard truth” and taking a bold stand against political greed. Some even called on other parties to adopt similar internal cleansing.
Kwetey’s criticism also taps into a wider, growing concern over wealth accumulation by government officials. The Ghanaian public has long expressed frustration over the increasing number of politicians who leave office richer, while the average citizen struggles with high inflation, unemployment, and economic hardship.
His message comes at a time when voters are demanding more accountability from elected leaders, and fewer headlines about lavish mansions, unexplained wealth, and government contracts shrouded in secrecy.
While Kwetey’s comments have resonated with the public, many are watching closely to see whether the NDC will enforce these values in practice. The upcoming 2024 general elections may very well be shaped by which party can convince Ghanaians they represent real change — not just political rhetoric.
For now, Fifi Kwetey has put the spotlight firmly on Ghana's political elite — and the message is loud and clear: Politics should be about public service, not property acquisition.
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