The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Obuasi West constituency has taken significant steps towards uniting its members after the parliamentary primaries held in May 2023. The NDC candidate for the parliamentary seat, Faustilove Appiah Kannin, emerged victorious in the primaries, defeating her closest rival, Ambrose Edwin Nsarkoh. Despite initial concerns about the two contestants’ ability to work together towards victory in the 2024 elections, a recent press release by the party indicates that they are closing their ranks for a united front.
In the highly contested primaries, Faustilove Appiah Kannin secured 605 votes, while Ambrose Edwin Nsarkoh, a Human Resource practitioner, garnered 468 votes, with three ballots rejected. Despite the reported tension between the two candidates, the Obuasi West NDC made a decisive move to reconcile their differences and strengthen party unity.
A crucial meeting was convened on Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at the Constituency Party Office, where''' key stakeholders of the party were brought together to address the prevailing concerns. During this meeting, all participants pledged their unwavering commitment to promoting peace, unity, and hard work within the party—an essential foundation for achieving victory in the upcoming 2024 elections.
The press release highlighted the remarkable display of political maturity exhibited by both Hon. Faustilove Appiah Kannin and Ambrose Edwin Nsarkoh during the meeting. This willingness to work together for the greater good of the party and the constituency was praised and appreciated by the party leadership and members.
Much credit was given to Hon. Alexander Ackon, whose wise counsel, tact, and diplomacy played a pivotal role in bringing about the reconciliation. Ackon’s behind-the-scenes efforts had set the groundwork for lasting unity and peace in the constituency, earning him commendations from the party members.
The Obuasi West NDC Constituency Executive Committee, led by Chairman Alhaji Karim Seidu, also received recognition for its strong leadership and unwavering support throughout the reconciliation process. The entire party expressed gratitude to these key individuals for their dedication and efforts in fostering a harmonious and united front.
In the press release, the Obuasi West NDC emphasized that internal contests were now a thing of the past. The party’s focus is now firmly set on the larger goal—winning the 2024 elections.
