Tensions ran high in the Mampong constituency as National Democratic Congress (NDC) members staged a demonstration to express their displeasure over the alleged appointment of Miss Esther Dwomoh as the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) over their preferred candidate, Hon. Yakubu Issifu, which is set to be announced very soon. The protesters lead by the constituency communications director Kweku Bernasko gathered outside the municipal director’s office, voicing their concerns and frustrations over the decision.
The NDC members believe the appointment of Miss Esther Dwomoh was unfair and didn’t consider the interests of the local community. This sentiment echoes similar concerns raised by NDC youth in other parts of the country. The NDC members decided to take their grievances to the municipal director’s office. They organized a peaceful demonstration, with slogans like “We want a fair appointment!” and “Our voice matters!”
As they arrived at the office, the municipal director, emerged to address the crowd. The leader of the NDC youth, a passionate and articulate young man, stepped forward to express their concerns.
“Sir, we’re here today to express our disappointment and frustration with the appointment of the MCE,” he said. “We believe it’s unfair and doesn’t represent the interests of our community. We demand a more inclusive and transparent process.”
The protesters presented several demands to the municipal director, including:
- Transparency in the Appointment Process: The NDC members want a clear explanation of the appointment process and the criteria used to select Miss Esther Dwomoh as the MCE.
- Inclusion of Local Stakeholders: They demand that local stakeholders, including community leaders and traditional authorities, be involved in the decision-making process.
- Reconsideration of the Appointment: The protesters are calling for the municipal director to reconsider the appointment and explore alternative candidates.
The municipal director listened attentively; his expression unreadable. After the communications director finished speaking, he responded, “I understand your concerns, but the appointment process is a government decision. I’m just here to implement it.
The municipal director, however, remained calm and composed. He listened to their concerns and promised to forward their grievances to the relevant authorities.
The demonstration ended peacefully, but the NDC members vowed to continue their fight for a fair and inclusive appointment process. They believed that their voices mattered, and they would not be silenced.
The municipal director, on the other hand, returned to his office, his mind racing with the concerns and issues raised by the NDC members. He knew that he had to find a way to address their grievances and ensure that the appointment process was fair and transparent.
Story By: Fatima Is-Haq
(MIS Officer)
