The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has stepped into the controversy surrounding the party’s parliamentary candidate for Assin Central, Shaibu Migyimah. The General Secretary, Fifi Kwetey, has summoned the Central Regional Chairman to a meeting to address the issue, following reports of Migyimah’s withdrawal as the candidate due to allegations of misconduct.
According to sources close to the party, Migyimah is accused of being involved in an amorous relationship with the wife of the Regional General Secretary, a claim that has sparked outrage and division within the party. The regional secretariat’s decision to withdraw Migyimah’s candidacy has been met with resistance from some party members, who argue that the move was unjustified and unconstitutional.
The national leadership’s intervention comes amid fears that the saga could destabilize the party’s chances in the upcoming elections. By summoning the Regional Chairman, the NDC leadership aims to get to the bottom of the matter, ensure that due process is followed, and prevent further escalation of the crisis.
The meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, July 2nd, will also involve the Regional Secretary, and other stakeholders, including representatives from the party’s legal and disciplinary committees. The leadership is expected to take a firm stance on the matter, emphasizing the importance of discipline and adherence to the party’s constitution and rules.
The NDC’s constitution requires that any decision to withdraw a candidate’s nomination be ratified by the National Executive Committee (NEC). However, in this case, the regional secretariat appears to have acted unilaterally, sparking concerns about the disregard for due process and the party’s internal democratic norms.
This development highlights the NDC’s commitment to upholding its internal processes and maintaining discipline within its ranks. By intervening in this matter, the national leadership demonstrates its dedication to ensuring that the party’s image and integrity are protected, and that the interests of the party and its members are safeguarded.
The outcome of the meeting could have significant implications for the party’s fortunes in the Assin Central constituency and beyond. As the NDC gears up for the upcoming elections, the leadership is keen to avoid any internal conflicts that could undermine its chances of regaining power.
In a statement, the party urged its members to remain calm and supportive of the leadership’s efforts to resolve the matter. “We are committed to ensuring that our party’s image and integrity are protected, and that our members’ interests are safeguarded,” the statement read. “We will take all necessary steps to prevent this matter from destabilizing our party’s chances in the upcoming elections.”
