National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer John Dramani Mahama has urged residents of the Afram Plains North and South Constituencies to vote in solidarity for both the party’s presidential and parliamentary candidates in the upcoming elections.
Speaking at a gathering at Sakora Park in Donkorkrom on November 21, Mahama called for party unity and warned against “Skirt and Blouse” voting—a practice where voters support a presidential candidate from one party and a parliamentary candidate from another.
Mahama’s appeal comes amid tensions in Afram Plains North, where incumbent MP Betty Mensah Krosby faces strong opposition from Kpeli Worlase, a former NDC member running as an independent candidate. Despite Worlase’s endorsement of Mahama for the presidency, his candidacy poses a challenge to the NDC’s parliamentary ambitions.
Addressing chiefs, clergy, and residents, Mahama stressed the need for a unified front to ensure effective representation and support for development projects in the region.
“We don’t want any ‘Skirt and Blouse’ voting. I have not endorsed any parliamentary candidate apart from Betty Mensah Krosby,” Mahama asserted. “We need a strong majority in Parliament to facilitate the execution of projects in Afram Plains and across Ghana.”
Mahama emphasized that unity within the NDC is critical for advancing the constituency’s development agenda. He highlighted the importance of electing MPs who align with the party’s vision and can work seamlessly with the presidency to deliver on promises.
“The only MP I have endorsed is Betty Mensah Krosby. Let us focus on strengthening the NDC at all levels to ensure progress for Afram Plains and the nation,” he said.
The split in loyalty among voters presents a significant challenge for the NDC in Afram Plains North. As election day approaches, Mahama’s call for solidarity underscores the party’s broader efforts to mitigate internal divisions and secure a unified mandate from voters.
His appeal not only highlights the importance of party loyalty but also sets the tone for a high-stakes election in a constituency critical to the NDC’s parliamentary strategy.
