Shamima Muslim, a renowned former broadcast journalist and member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Communications Team, has reaffirmed her decision to vote for the NDC in the upcoming December 2024 general elections.
The former media practitioner, in a compelling statement, pointed out that her decision comes after a critical assessment of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) nearly eight-year administration under President Nana Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
She highlighted the importance of strengthening Ghana’s institutions, political parties, and overall governance as crucial pillars of the nation’s democracy.
She expressed deep concern over the NPP government’s performance, stating that it has failed to meet the expectations of good governance, as evidenced by various indicators.
“Let us all work to strengthen our institutions, political parties, and our governance generally. This year, I will be voting for the NDC after the almost eight years of the NPP has shown marked poor performance on all good governance indicators”.
Shamima Muslim, Member of NDC National Communication Team
Findings from Afrobaromter Report
Citing the findings of the Afrobarometer report, Muslim pointed out that Ghana’s democracy has deteriorated significantly under the leadership of President Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.
She pointed out that the report, which assesses the state of democracy, governance, and public trust across Africa, paints a troubling picture of the current state of affairs in Ghana.
According to her, the report revealed that the NPP government has been instrumental in stifling media freedom, eroding public trust in key institutions, and allowing corruption to flourish unchecked, emphasizing the gravity of the situation.
The former broadcast journalist stressed the need for consistent accountability to improve the quality of governance in Ghana.
She argued that without holding governments accountable, the nation risks further decline in democratic principles and good governance.
“Governments must always be held accountable consistently until we strengthen the quality of our governance,” she asserted, calling for a collective effort to demand better from those in power.
In the light of the above Shamima Muslim endorsed the National Democratic Congress and its Presidential ticket, led by former President John Dramani Mahama and running mate Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, highlighting her belief that the NDC offers a viable alternative to the NPP.
She urged Ghanaians to vote out the ruling party and usher in a new era of governance that prioritizes accountability, transparency, and the welfare of the people.
Additionally, Shamima Muslim called on Ghanaians to vote for all parliamentary candidate of the opposition National Democratic Congress in the December 7 polls, underscoring the critical need for Ghanaians to choose desire for meaningful change.
In a resounding conclusion, Shamima Muslim emphasized that change is not just an option but a necessity in the face of what she perceives as the NPP’s failures.
“Change should be a must!” she proclaimed, rallying support for the NDC’s bid to return to power.
Shamima Muslim’s statement adds to the growing chorus of voices calling for a shift in Ghana’s leadership, with many Ghanaians eagerly anticipating what promises to be a fiercely contested election.
In an earlier call for change, former Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu urged Ghanaians to use the December 7 general elections to express their disapproval of the economic hardship that has plagued the country under the New Patriotic Party (NPP)-led government.
Speaking at the Upper West regional campaign launch of the NDC, Honorable Iddrisu said the country is witnessing an all-time economic crisis that has crippled many businesses and worsened the living standards of the populace due to mismanagement and widespread corruption within the Nana Addo-Bawumia led government.
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