Yaw Buaben Asamoah, a member of the Movement for Change, has come out in defense of Alan Kyeremateng’s reaction to former President John Agyekum Kufour’s recent endorsement of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
Kyeremateng, who is also vying for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential ticket, had expressed concern that Kufour’s endorsement could undermine the impartiality expected from a respected statesman, potentially tarnishing the former president’s reputation and credibility.
In his statement, Kyeremateng questioned whether the endorsement, coming from such a prominent figure, was appropriate given the neutrality typically expected from former leaders.
He further argued that such actions could create divisions within the party and erode the trust placed in Kufour as a neutral arbiter. Kyeremateng’s remarks sparked debate within political circles, with some supporting his position and others suggesting that the former president was entitled to his personal choice.
Speaking exclusively to Ahotor News, Yaw Buaben Asamoah supported Kyeremateng’s stance, asserting that it is well within his right to express his views on the endorsement.
“Alan Kyeremateng’s reaction is not only justified but necessary. He is entitled to his opinion, especially when it concerns the unity and integrity of our party.
The role of a former president carries with it the responsibility of ensuring that their actions do not inadvertently sway political outcomes in a way that could be seen as partisan or divisive,” Asamoah said.
Asamoah emphasized that the NPP, as a party, thrives on democratic principles, including respect for differing viewpoints.
He suggested that Kyeremateng’s comments were in line with his commitment to a fair and democratic process in the party’s upcoming primaries.
The endorsement by Kufour has sparked a wider conversation about the role of party elders in shaping the political landscape, especially as the NPP gears up for the 2024 elections.
While some view Kufour’s support for Bawumia as a sign of his belief in the vice president’s capabilities, others, like Kyeremateng, argue that it might cast doubt on the fairness of the electoral process within the party.
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