A former deputy director of MASLOC, Kwabena Asamoah, has issued a strong condemnation of divisive political tactics based on tribal, religious, and factional allegiances, warning that such approaches undermine Ghana's progress and the opposition NPP's chances of winning power in 2028.

Speaking to the media during the swearing-in and handing-over ceremony of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Chapter of the Tertiary Students Confederacy (TESCON) executive, Mr. Asamoah emphasised the need for national unity and an end to exclusionary political rhetoric.

Mr. Asamoah was a special guest of honour at the KNUST TESCON programme on Saturday, September 6.

"I don't subscribe to factionalism, religious, and tribal politics," Mr. Asamoah stated emphatically.

According to him, factions within the party have been hurtful and divisive.

“We have reached a point in this country where we must decide what kind of nation we want to be. We cannot be a country divided along tribal and religious lines,” he said.

Mr. Asamoah specifically addressed instances where tribal origins were used in political discourse, expressing his dismay at comments suggesting former Second Lady Hajia Mrs. Samira Bawumia "didn't have a home region" to assist in garnering votes.

"We must do away with tribal and religious politics. Whether you are Frafra, Asante, Ewe, or Nzema, or Dagomba, it doesn't matter. We are all Ghanaians. We all pledge allegiance to the same flag, and that flag unites us all. That's where the focus needs to be,” he said.

Drawing comparisons with other African nations, Mr. Asamoah highlighted the progress of countries like Rwanda and Mauritius, attributing their success to having moved beyond tribal and religious divisions.

“Looking at African countries that are progressing, Rwanda and Mauritius, they have moved past tribal and religious factions. I think that's where our focus needs to be. Comments like that are extremely unfortunate and should not happen,” he stated.

Despite his condemnation of divisive rhetoric, Mr. Asamoah offered a message of hope to party members and the country at large.

“Just don't lose hope. There is a brighter day at the end of every dark tunnel, and I believe the best days of the NPP are yet to come,” he appealed.

In his address to the incoming and outgoing executives, he encouraged them to stand united and work hard to promote the party's values.

He also urged them to engage in inclusive outreach, attracting people from all backgrounds to join the Tescon and the NPP.

He further emphasised the vital role Tescon plays in shaping the future of the party and the nation, encouraging the young leaders to embrace the challenges ahead and work diligently to build a better future for Ghana based on unity and progress.