Chairperson of the USA Chapter of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr Vivian Maame Aba Dadzie, has passionately appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to include members of the party in the diaspora in his new government.

Addressing NDC members at an annual conference and victory celebration in the United States, she emphasised that many Ghanaians abroad have acquired advanced knowledge, professional expertise, and global experience that can significantly benefit Ghana’s development agenda.

“I make this passionate appeal to the government and party leadership — do not overlook those in the diaspora,” she urged. “We have doctors, engineers, policy experts, tech innovators, finance professionals, and entrepreneurs who are ready to contribute to nation-building.”

Dr Maame Aba Dadzie argued that NDC members in the diaspora played a pivotal role in securing the party’s 2024 electoral victory and must therefore not be sidelined.

“These professionals are architects of global innovation. Let us not leave these powerful resources untapped,” she stated. “We humbly request that some appointments in advisory roles and recognition be extended to the NDC in the diaspora.”

She noted that the diaspora chapter of the party had been positioned as a “strategic arm” of the NDC ahead of the elections, offering critical support that contributed to the party’s historic victory.

“Political capital must be rewarded if we are to keep the flame of commitment burning,” she underscored.

Dr Maame Aba Dadzie further urged party members to be mindful of their public engagements, especially on social media. “The baton has been passed. We are no longer an opposition in exile — we are stakeholders in power, and with power comes responsibility,” she cautioned.

The event was attended by Deputy National Organiser of the NDC, Elikem Kotoko, who represented the party’s national leadership.