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The 2024 running mate of the Movement for Change, led by Alan Kyerematen, has criticized the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) ongoing “Thank You Tour,” describing it as ‘tone-deaf’ and ‘misplaced’ in the face of growing public dissatisfaction.
Speaking in an interview with Nana Jantuah on Nhyira FM’s Kuroyi Mu Nsem show, Kwame Danso stated that instead of embarking on a nationwide appreciation tour, the opposition NPP should apologize to Ghanaians for what he described as “unpopular and burdensome policies they introduced while in power”.
"Instead of a 'Thank You Tour', the NPP should embark on an apology tour to Ghanaians," he said.
He specifically cited the Electronic Levy (E-levy), the betting tax, and the much-debated National Cathedral project as examples of policy decisions that have eroded public trust in the New Patriotic party.
“To regain appeal, the NPP should apologize for the introduction of E-levy, betting tax, and the National Cathedral in which they invested so much just to dig a manhole for Ghanaians. Your ‘Thank You Tour’ lacks purpose without reconciliation with the people of Ghana,” he emphasized.
Mr. Danso further urged the NPP to assume the role of a “responsible opposition,” particularly as the country moves towards a different direction from the Nana Addo and Bawumiah–led government.
“They should focus on offering constructive ideas rather than obstructing efforts aimed at national progress,” he added.
On the topic of potential collaboration with Alan Kyerematen, Mr. Danso stated that the doors were not entirely closed.
“If the NPP wants Alan’s support, they should appoint credible mediators and offer a genuine apology,” he noted, suggesting that mutual respect and accountability are prerequisites for any form of alliance.
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