Ghana Is Not America: Allotey Jacobs Cautions NDC on Trump-Mahama Comparisons

Bernard Allotey Jacobs has conveyed a definitive message to the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its presidential candidate, John Dramani Mahama, cautioning them against presuming that the recent triumph of former U.S. President Donald Trump holds any direct implication for Ghana's upcoming elections. Speaking on Peace FM's "Kokrokoo" show, Allotey Jacobs voiced his opinion that the U.S. election outcome should not create a false sense of victory for the NDC in Ghana.

This statement comes in response to a surge of social media activity among NDC members and supporters, who have been celebrating Trump's electoral success and drawing comparisons between the U.S. and Ghana's political landscapes. According to these supporters, Trump's win symbolizes a potential pathway for John Mahama to reclaim power. They argue that the wave of conservative resurgence in the U.S. could spark a similar response among Ghanaian voters, leading to a change in Ghana's leadership.

However, Allotey Jacobs, a former Central Regional Chairman of the NDC and now a political analyst, strongly opposes this viewpoint. He advised the NDC and its supporters to avoid drawing parallels between the U.S. and Ghana, cautioning that such assumptions could be misleading. "Let's not have that illusion that if Trump, as a former President, has won in America, it can happen in Ghana. It is not possible!" he insisted.

Allotey Jacobs argued that the Ghanaian electorate is likely to make decisions based on local factors and the individual merits of the candidates rather than foreign election results. He emphasized that Ghana’s political climate and priorities are unique and not necessarily influenced by external political trends. The seasoned politician noted that the challenges facing Ghanaians are different, and Ghanaian voters are likely to focus on issues directly impacting their lives.

Furthermore, Allotey Jacobs conveyed assurance in the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) and its nominee, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. He predicted that Dr. Bawumia would be a formidable opponent for Mahama and would ultimately emerge victorious. I wish to unequivocally assert that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia is the next President of Ghana," he asserted, believing that Bawumia’s policies and experience would resonate with the electorate.

He argued that Ghanaians are increasingly concerned with tangible progress in the economy, healthcare, and education, areas in which he believes Bawumia has made a significant impact. He pointed to Bawumia's background in economics and his influence in spearheading initiatives under the current administration as reasons why he would appeal to voters looking for stability and growth.

Allotey Jacobs’s comments have sparked discussion within Ghanaian political circles, highlighting the growing polarization as election season heats up. The former NDC chairman’s outspoken support for Bawumia has raised eyebrows among his former party colleagues, some of whom see his stance as a betrayal. Nonetheless, Jacobs remains steadfast, urging the NDC to ground its strategy in the realities of Ghanaian politics rather than drawing comparisons with international elections.

In closing, Allotey Jacobs encouraged the NDC and Ghanaians as a whole to stay focused on the country's unique needs and the specific qualifications of each candidate. With his statements, he has thrown down the gauntlet, challenging the NDC to present a platform rooted in Ghana’s priorities instead of riding on international political trends.

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Source : Peacefm