Oppong-Fosu targets grassroots revival with welfare, logistical support

Dr Akwesi Opong-Fosu, a National Chairmanship aspirant of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has pledged to prioritise grassroots empowerment through improved welfare, regular logistical support and stronger organisational structures.

He said these would enhance the party’s effectiveness ahead of the 2028 general elections.

He said a motivated, adequately resourced and well-coordinated grassroots base remained fundamental to building a formidable political organisation capable of sustaining electoral victories.

Dr Opong-Fosu committed to a two-day campaign tour of the Oti Region, where he interacted with constituency executives in Krachi West, Krachi Nchumuru and Krachi East.

The engagements formed part of his efforts to present his leadership vision to party stakeholders and solicit support for his candidature in the NDC’s National Chairmanship race.

He said his ambition was to revitalise the party, strengthen its internal structures, and consolidate the current leadership's achievements while ensuring continuity, unity, and effective administration.

He said a major part of his proposed leadership agenda would be sustained logistical support and improved welfare arrangements for party executives at all levels, particularly those operating at the grassroots.

Dr Oppong-Fosu observed that branch and constituency executives played a critical role in maintaining the party’s connection with communities, mobilising supporters, communicating party policies and sustaining its presence across the country.

However, he stressed that their contributions must be matched with the necessary institutional support, resources, and recognition to enable them to discharge their responsibilities effectively.

Dr Opong-Fosu said providing the appropriate logistical resources would strengthen grassroots operations, improve coordination between the various party structures and promote greater commitment among members.

He further indicated that a strong organisational foundation would be essential to maintaining internal cohesion, deepening member participation and positioning the party competitively for the 2028 general elections.

Supporting his candidature, Mr Inusah Fuseini, a former Member of Parliament for Tamale Central constituency and a former Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, emphasised the need for party leadership that placed the welfare and operational needs of executives at the centre of its administration.

He said any political organisation's effectiveness depends largely on the commitment of its grassroots members and how much leadership recognises and supports their contributions.

Mr Fuseini expressed confidence in Dr Opong-Fosu’s proposed agenda, particularly his commitments to logistics, resource allocation and improved welfare for party officials.

He assured party members that, if Dr Opong-Fosu was elected National Chairman, the proposed interventions would be pursued with accountability and a commitment to strengthening the party’s organisational structures.

He subsequently appealed to constituency executives and delegates to support the aspirant, describing him as a candidate capable of promoting unity, strengthening grassroots mobilisation and improving the party’s preparedness for future electoral contests.

The Oti Region tour gave the aspirant an opportunity to engage party executives directly, communicate his leadership priorities, and seek their backing in the contest for the NDC’s National Chairmanship.