Former Ashanti Regional Communications Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dennis Kwakwa, has criticised the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over its decision to challenge the Kpandai parliamentary seat, describing the move as unnecessary and politically misplaced.
Speaking on ABC In The Morning, Mr. Kwakwa questioned the basis and relevance of the NDC’s actions, insisting that the party had no justification for pursuing the matter, especially given its numerical strength in Parliament.
According to him, “there was no need for NDC to initiate this move”, adding that “they have two – thirds in parliament, what have they been able to do with it?”, he asked.
Mr. Kwakwa further dismissed claims that voters in Kpandai had regretted their choice for electing Nyindam, whom he described as a proven and trusted political figure in the constituency.
“if you want to tell me that the people who voted for Nyindam have regretted, then you don’t know what you are talking about, this is a man who was in parliament, got booted out, and the people went to bring him again, you think the comeback of Nyindam didn’t mean anything to Kpandai?”, he stated.
Touching on the verdict of the Supreme Court, the former NPP communicator expressed satisfaction with the Court’s handling of the matter, stressing that the ruling should be respected by all parties involved.
“the supreme court has done what is right”, he said.
Mr. Kwakwa also issued a stern warning to the NDC regarding post-ruling conduct in the Kpandai area, urging restraint and responsibility among NDC party supporters.
“Visit your hooligans in Kpandai to act wisely”, he cautioned.
Despite his criticism, he acknowledged the NDC’s constitutional right to further legal action, noting that the party could still explore available options within the law.
“You [NDC] can go ahead and seek review”, he added.
The Former Ashanti Regional Communications Director of the NPP comments come amid heightened political debate following the Supreme Court’s decision on the Kpandai parliamentary dispute, with both major parties continuing to trade blame and justification over the issue.
