Sefwi Wiawso: NDC Is On The Verge Of Changing Parliamentary Candidate
In a dramatic turn of events, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Sefwi Wiawso Constituency is on the brink of altering its parliamentary candidate selection, as Hon. Kofi Benteh has been gripped by fear.
The incumbent candidate, Hon. Kofi Benteh, finds himself at a crossroads, facing mounting pressure from the formidable presence of Hon. Festus Bumakama Agyapong, the parliamentary candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Hon. Kofi Benteh’s campaign centred around promises of development and infrastructural enhancements, has encountered a formidable challenge from Hon. Festus Bumakama Agyapong’s proactive initiatives.
Hon. Festus Bumakama Agyapong’s grassroots efforts have captured the attention of constituents through tangible actions. Notably, his personal investment in rectifying the deplorable road networks spanning approximately 100 kilometres has garnered widespread acclaim. Moreover, his intervention in refurbishing key community facilities, such as the Appiakrom Weighing Centre and the Asawinso School B has solidified his reputation as a proactive leader.
The dire plight of the Amamogya bridge, a lifeline for the Sefwi Asawinso community, has long been a focal point for residents. Hon. Festus Bumakama Agyapong’s swift response in mobilizing resources to address this critical infrastructure gap has resonated deeply with the electorate. Similarly, his commitment to addressing long-standing educational deficiencies, exemplified by the construction of a much-needed 2-unit KG block in Sefwi Abrabra, underscores his dedication to holistic community development.
In contrast, Hon. Kofi Benteh’s campaign, which is anchored on mere promises, has been overshadowed by Hon. Festus Bumakama Agyapong’s tangible achievements. Despite attempts to bolster his image through symbolic gestures like weeding around the uncompleted community day school in Sefwi Asafo, Hon. Kofi Benteh faces an uphill battle in maintaining his relevance in the face of Hon. Festus Bumakama Agyapong’s proactive leadership.
Icing the cake, Hon. Kofi Benteh is so much peeved that his own NDC people are saying they don’t know him and don’t see anything he is doing to counter what his contender is doing.
The recent deliberations within the NDC echelons underscore the gravity of the situation. Party luminaries have engaged in marathon meetings, striving to salvage Hon. Kofi Benteh’s candidacy amidst growing disillusionment. Their proposed strategy to now discredit Hon. Festus Bumakama Agyapong’s humanitarian endeavours, probably their propaganda of last resort, is hinged on falsely attributing them to government funds reflecting a tactical shift towards leveraging partisan sentiments over individual merit.
As the political landscape in Sefwi Wiawso undergoes a seismic shift, the impending decision regarding the NDC’s parliamentary candidate heralds a pivotal moment in the constituency’s trajectory. Whether Hon. Kofi Benteh can weather the storm and recalibrate his campaign strategy or if Hon. Festus Bumakama Agyapong’s grassroots momentum will prevail remains to be seen. In this high-stakes political chess game, the fate of Sefwi Wiawso hangs in the balance, awaiting the decisive move that will shape its future.
Affum Dennis Gyanor
Constituency Youth Organizer – NPP
Sefwi Wiawso
0540629937
