NPP Accused of Bribing Youth to Abandon Alan Kyerematen's Movement for Change

The Nationwide Supporters of Alan Cash (NAWSAC) have strongly criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for allegedly attempting to bribe youth supporters to abandon Alan Kyerematen's Movement for Change and join the NPP. NAWSAC's convener, Luther-King Junior, stressed that young people are disillusioned with the NPP and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over their manipulative behavior and are determined to stand by their convictions in supporting Kyerematen's leadership.

NAWSAC expressed shock at the NPP's belief that they have made progress in persuading young people with money, calling it a sign of being a laughingstock. The group highlighted that the youth will no longer allow the NPP and NDC to take them for granted, urging the "stomach political apparatus" to recognize their ignorance in thinking that poster-sticking and noise-making roles are substantial enough to undermine the revolution.

The allegations come after approximately 6,000 young politicians who had previously defected from the NPP to join Kyerematen's Movement for Change announced their return to the NPP. The group, led by former NPP parliamentary candidate aspirant Alfred Ababio Kumi, admitted that leaving the NPP was a mistake and declared their renewed support for the NPP flagbearer.

Why this matters: The alleged attempts by the NPP to financially induce youth supporters of Alan Kyerematen's Movement for Change underscore the growing disillusionment among young Ghanaians with the country's major political parties. As the 2024 elections approach, the battle for the youth vote and the integrity of the political process will be crucial factors in shaping Ghana's future.

Luther-King Junior stressed that young people are fed up with the deceptive tactics of both the NPP and NDC, remaining resolute in their support for Kyerematen's leadership. "The true young people of this Revolution cannot be bought," he stated, adding that the youth "will not trade our integrity and convictions on the altar of incompetence and corruption." As the accusations of bribery and counter-defections continue to unfold, the battle for the hearts and minds of Ghana's youth in the lead-up to the 2024 elections shows no signs of abating.

Key Takeaways

• NAWSAC accuses NPP of attempting to bribe youth supporters of Alan Kyerematen's movement.
• NAWSAC says youth are disillusioned with NPP and NDC's manipulative behavior, stand by Kyerematen.
• Over 6,000 young politicians who defected to Kyerematen's movement have returned to NPP.
• Alleged NPP bribery attempts reflect growing disillusionment among Ghanaian youth with major parties.
• NAWSAC vows youth "will not trade integrity and convictions" for "incompetence and corruption".