Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has embraced her nomination as the running mate to former President John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), for the upcoming 2024 general elections.
In a press statement released on Thursday, March 7, Prof Opoku-Agyemang, a renowned educator and former Minister of Education, expressed her gratitude and eagerness to collaborate with Mahama. She acknowledged the significant trust placed in her candidacy and vowed to serve the people of Ghana with integrity, dignity, and diligence.
“I am deeply honored to accept the nomination as the Running Mate to His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, Flagbearer and Leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), and the future President of the Republic of Ghana,” Prof Opoku-Agyemang remarked in her statement, highlighting Mahama’s consistent commitment to inclusivity and innovation.
The announcement of Prof Opoku-Agyemang’s nomination was made by the National Executive Committee (NEC) and Council of Elders of the NDC during a meeting held on the same day. Fifi Fiavi Kwettey, the General Secretary of the NDC, underscored that her selection reflects the party’s unwavering dedication to promoting inclusivity, diversity, and women’s empowerment in leadership roles.
In her acceptance speech, Prof Opoku-Agyemang expressed confidence in Mahama’s ability to provide visionary and inclusive leadership for Ghana. She pledged her unwavering commitment to the noble task ahead and reaffirmed the NDC’s determination to labor diligently to forge a brighter future for the nation.