Ketu North, Ghana – John Dramani Mahama, the 2024 Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has moved to address and dispel rumours circulating on social media, which suggest that he deliberately bypassed the chiefs and people of Ehi in the Ketu North District during his recent campaign tour of the Volta Region.
The rumours, which have gained traction online, allege that Mahama was expected to meet with the traditional leaders of Ehi, who had reportedly been waiting for him for several hours, only for the former president to bypass the community without any engagement or explanation. The incident, as portrayed in social media posts, has caused some discontent among the local populace and has sparked criticism of the NDC leader’s approach during his tour.
However, Mahama has taken steps to clarify the situation, attributing the incident to a possible miscommunication rather than an intentional snub. Speaking to a group of journalists on the morning of the final day of his four-day tour, Mahama explained that the visit to Ehi was not part of his official campaign itinerary. He suggested that someone might have made arrangements for a meeting with the chiefs without properly coordinating with his campaign team.
“I want to make it clear that visiting or meeting the chiefs and people of Ehi was not part of the scheduled programme for our tour in the Ketu North District,” Mahama stated. “Someone might have made arrangements with the chiefs without going through the proper channels or informing our team, leading to this unfortunate misunderstanding.”
Mahama’s explanation comes as the NDC works to solidify its base in the Volta Region, a stronghold for the party. His campaign tour has been focused on rallying support ahead of the 2024 elections, with the former president making stops in several communities to engage with local leaders and residents.
The NDC leader emphasized that he holds the chiefs and people of Ehi in high regard and would never intentionally disregard or disrespect them. He expressed regret for any inconvenience caused by the incident and assured that his team would take steps to prevent such misunderstandings in the future.
As the campaign for the 2024 elections intensifies, Mahama's prompt response to the rumours highlights his commitment to maintaining strong relationships with traditional authorities and ensuring clear communication with all stakeholders involved in his campaign activities.
