The Member of Parliament-Elect for Asante Akyem North, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, has made headlines with his announcement to caucus with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the upcoming parliamentary session.
The decision has sent shockwaves through the constituency, traditionally a stronghold of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Ohene Kwame Frimpong’s declaration follows similar announcements from two other Independent MPs-elect who have reaffirmed their intention to work with the NDC. Nandaya Yaw Stanley, the MP-elect for Wulensi, has maintained close ties to the NDC, pledging to align his efforts with the party’s agenda.
Similarly, Worlase Kpeli, the MP-elect for Afram Plains North, has expressed his unwavering loyalty to the NDC despite contesting the December 7 elections as an Independent candidate.
According to him, Andy Appiah-Kubi, the outgoing MP for the constituency, had assured him of support as his successor but failed to follow through when the time came.
“Andy Appiah-Kubi Esq. promised that I would be his successor,” Frimpong stated, suggesting that this broken promise contributed to his decision to distance himself from the NPP.
He described his alignment with the NDC as a step toward transformative leadership and prioritizing the needs of his constituents over partisan interests.
With these developments, political analysts suggest that the NDC could consolidate its influence in Parliament, leveraging the support of these Independent MPs to advance its legislative goals.
Ohene Kwame Frimpong emphasized his commitment to his constituents, noting that his decision was rooted in his vision for transformative leadership.
The MP-elect’s decision has drawn mixed reactions, with some applauding his boldness and others criticizing him for what they view as a betrayal of the NPP.
Source: InsiderGH.com
