The political landscape in Awutu Senya East has been set abuzz following the latest announcement from Mr. Stephen Ofosu Agyare, the constituency chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
At a recent ward meeting held in Opeikuma, Chairman Agyare signaled his intent to challenge the sitting Member of Parliament, Miss Philis Naa Koryoo Okunnor, in the party’s upcoming parliamentary primary, a move that has reignited simmering tensions within the party’s local leadership.
Addressing party faithful, Agyare explained that his motivation stems from a deep commitment to the development of Awutu Senya East, with a particular focus on job creation and empowering the youth. “We need to push the development agenda further, especially for our young people,” he declared. His supporters cheered, seeing his decision as a bold step toward new leadership and progress for the constituency.
But not everyone in the NDC ranks is celebrating. The chairman’s declaration has reopened old wounds, with some loyalists interpreting his move as a strategic bid to unseat the incumbent MP. Observers recall the frosty relationship between Agyare and Naa Koryoo—a rivalry that came to the fore in the 2023 NDC parliamentary primary, when Agyare threw his weight behind another female contender who ultimately lost to Naa Koryoo’s decisive victory.
Despite efforts from senior party figures, including interventions by former President John Dramani Mahama, the rift between the two camps has proven difficult to heal. Attempts to bridge the divide have so far achieved little, leaving the grassroots uneasy about the potential fallout.
Indeed, while Agyare’s loyalists praise his ambition and leadership, many in the party base worry that renewed competition will fracture the constituency’s unity. “This rivalry could cost us dearly,” one party organizer remarked, reflecting broader concerns that internal discord may jeopardize the NDC’s chances in future elections.
Political analysts watching the situation describe the chairman’s move as a double-edged sword: on the one hand, it could infuse new energy and ideas into the party; on the other, it risks destabilizing the NDC’s electoral strength in Awutu Senya East. With the parliamentary primary looming, all eyes are now on how the party will navigate this period of uncertainty and whether unity can be restored before the next polls.
As the political drama unfolds, one thing is clear: the outcome of this contest will have lasting implications for both the NDC and the people of Awutu Senya East.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
