Former National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr. Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo, has announced his decision not to contest the party’s upcoming National Chairmanship election.
The decision comes after supporters from all 16 regions of Ghana purchased nomination forms and paid the filing fees on his behalf to enable him to contest the position.
In a statement issued on his behalf by former Presidential Staffer and former Member of Parliament for Adentan, Hon. Kojo Adu-Asare, Dr. Ofosu-Ampofo expressed appreciation to the supporters for their confidence, commitment and show of goodwill.
He said his decision followed careful consideration and was taken in the overriding interest of the party, adding that he remained committed to serving the NDC and the country in other capacities.
Dr. Ofosu-Ampofo also cited his current responsibilities as Political Advisor to the Office of the Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, and Board Chairman of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) as important commitments requiring his attention.
According to the statement, his role at COCOBOD involves providing leadership oversight for the ongoing restructuring of Ghana’s cocoa industry, while his advisory responsibilities contribute to the government’s resetting agenda.
Despite withdrawing from the chairmanship contest, the former NDC chairman reaffirmed his commitment to the party, citing his 34 years of experience in party politics and governance.
He indicated his readiness to make his experience, knowledge and institutional understanding available to the party whenever his services are required.
Dr. Ofosu-Ampofo also congratulated newly elected constituency officers and wished aspirants in the upcoming regional and national elections well.
He urged party members to maintain unity, mutual respect and commitment to the collective interests of the NDC, stressing that the party’s strength lies in its unity, institutional memory and shared values.
He further expressed gratitude to supporters across the country for their encouragement and confidence in his leadership.
Story by Freedom Etsey Lavoe
