Secretary-General of the Ghana Federation of Labour, Abraham Koomson, has called on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to strengthen its relationship with grassroots members and supporters.
Speaking on Ahotor FM’s Adekyee Mu Nsem programme in Accra-Tema on September 24, 2026, Mr Koomson expressed concern about what he described as a weakening connection between the party and its grassroots base.
According to him, the grassroots form the foundation of every political party and must not be engaged only when elections are approaching.
He said the NDC should also identify and support individuals with strong communication and organisational abilities, even when such individuals do not have significant financial resources.
Not everyone needs money to influence society
Mr Koomson explained that some people possess natural abilities to communicate, organise and mobilise communities through their ideas and relationships.
He said such individuals should not be overlooked simply because they lack the financial means to distribute money or material support to party members.
According to him, political parties require people who can effectively explain policies, organise communities and persuade citizens through meaningful engagement.
He therefore urged the NDC to pay greater attention to grassroots communicators, organisers and community-based actors who can help strengthen the party’s connection with ordinary citizens.
Workers must remain central to development
Mr Koomson also linked his views to his background in organised labour and his support for socialist principles.
He said his experience as a trade unionist has reinforced his belief that national development must place the welfare of workers and ordinary citizens at the centre of policymaking.
He called for policies that would improve workers’ living conditions while also strengthening Ghana’s productive sectors.
Mr Koomson urged the NDC to remain focused on its grassroots support base, arguing that the party’s organisational strength should not depend solely on political officeholders or wealthy individuals.
He said sustained engagement with ordinary members is necessary and that grassroots voices must be given meaningful consideration in the party’s decision-making processes.
By Stephen Kwaku Owusu Mintah
