Nkoranza South, Ghana – A routine political campaign visit in Nkoranza South turned violent when Harriet Kyeremanteng Oppong, the NPP Parliamentary Candidate, and her team were allegedly attacked by members of the opposing National Democratic Congress (NDC).
The incident took place during a community visit to Nsunensa on Friday, March 29, 2024. As Oppong and her team attempted to discuss ongoing development projects, tensions escalated with NDC members. The confrontation stemmed from alleged misinformation regarding the funding of a road project, implicating the incumbent MP and a contractor with political ties.
Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos as the NPP team faced verbal abuse and intimidation, with Oppong bearing the brunt of the aggression. The attack, reportedly led by the incumbent MP, underscores the heightened political tensions in Nkoranza South ahead of the upcoming elections.
In response to the incident, the NPP Communications Directorate issued a statement condemning the violence and calling for political accountability. They highlighted a history of intimidation by the MP and urged community leaders to promote peace and civility in political discourse.
During the visit to Nsunensa, Oppong and her team detailed the nature of a road project being rehabilitated by the Ministry of Roads and Highways. The project, funded by the Government of Ghana through the Road Fund, revealed connections between the contractor and the MP.
The NPP communications team accused the MP of using his influence to secure contracts for himself and his family, misleading the public about his involvement in funding projects. The team’s transparency in explaining the project’s nature led to an alleged attack by NDC members, who blocked their exit with a tipper truck belonging to the road contractor.
The NPP team’s honesty was perceived as an exposure of the MP’s alleged lies, sparking the violent response. The statement released by the NPP Communications Directorate emphasized the need for accountability and peaceful political discourse in Nkoranza South as authorities investigate the incident and work to address underlying tensions.
In conclusion, the NPP emphasized the importance of promoting peace and unity in Nkoranza South, urging community leaders to discourage violence and insults in politics. The constituency awaits further developments as stakeholders strive to ensure a peaceful electoral process, free from intimidation and aggression.