A statement issued on February 7, 2025, by Felix Ofosu Kwakye, Acting Spokesperson to H.E. John Dramani Mahama, has refuted claims suggesting that President Mahama has endorsed Nana Obokum Attah IX for the position of Central Regional Representative on the Council of State.
The statement categorically dismissed such reports as false and urged the public to rely only on official communications for accurate information.
“We want to make it clear that this claim is completely untrue. H.E. John Dramani Mahama has not endorsed any candidate for this position. The selection of a representative is the sole responsibility of the appropriate stakeholders, including assembly members. Any attempt to link him [Mahama] to such an endorsement is misleading and should be ignored. We advise the public to rely only on official communications from his office for accurate information.”
Felix Ofosu Kwakye Acting Spokesperson to H.E. John Dramani Mahama
Meanwhile, in contrast to Mahama’s neutral stance, the Central Regional Secretariat of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Tuesday 4th February, 2025 has issued a communique that openly endorsed Nana Obokum Attah IX for the upcoming Council of State elections, scheduled for February 11, 2025.
According to sources within the party, this endorsement followed Nana Obokum Attah IX’s formal introduction and declaration of intent at a recent Regional Functional Executive Committee (R-FEC) meeting.
“Nana Obokum Attah IX is recognized for his dedication to public service, his deep understanding of the needs of the community, his commitment to fostering development in the region, and his deeper sense of business development and job creation.”
Central Regional Secretariat of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)
Support from Party Leadership
Despite the controversy surrounding the alleged endorsement by Mahama, sources within the Central Regional NDC claim that their decision has been met with approval at the highest levels of the party. The statement indicated;
“The decision, which has received the approval of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, underscores the party’s belief in his capacity to effectively represent the region at the national level.’’
Central Regional Secretariat of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)
This assertion, however, appears to contradict the official stance taken by Mahama’s office, leading to some confusion about the president’s role in the selection process.
Nana Obokum Attah IX is widely regarded as a leader with a strong business acumen and a track record of job creation. His supporters argue that his influence on the Council of State would be instrumental in shaping policies that would positively impact the region and the nation at large.
The Central Regional NDC maintains that Nana Obokum Attah IX’s leadership will ensure that the region is well represented in national discussions, particularly those that affect economic development and job creation.
The conflicting statements on President Mahama’s position regarding Nana Obokum Attah IX’s candidacy have generated public debate. While President Mahama’s spokesperson has categorically denied any endorsement, the Central Regional NDC insisted that their decision has his approval. As the Council of State elections approach, it remains to be seen how these statements will impact the political landscape in the Central Region.
For now, the key takeaway remains clear—H.E. John Dramani Mahama has not officially endorsed any candidate, and the selection of a representative for the Council of State remains the responsibility of the designated stakeholders, particularly assembly members.
