Following his nomination as the running mate to the leader and flagbearer of the Alliance for Revolutionary Change (ARC), Alan Kwadwo Kyeremanten, ace broadcaster and respected lawyer Elijah Kwame Owusu Danso, popularly known as E-KOD, has assured Ghanaians that an Alan Kyeremanten-led government would transform Ghana economically and politically.

In a statement released by his office on Monday, September 16, 2024, Mr. Danso described his nomination as a “distinguished honour” to have been selected to run alongside the presidential candidate of the non-partisan Movement for Change, led by former Minister for Trade and Industry, Alan Kyeremanten.

Expressing his delight at his nomination, Mr. Danso said: “This opportunity to partner with the leading non-partisan political figure to run for the highest office of the land, with a plan of transformation for our nation, is the greatest indication of a belief and a commitment to the youth cause, and for this, I am profoundly grateful to the Hon. Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen.”

He added: “We would like to assure our Afrafranto family, the leadership of the Alliance for Revolutionary Change, and all Ghanaians, particularly the youth, of our unwavering commitment, founded in our common pursuit of hope, possibility, and a brighter future for all.”

Charging Ghanaians, particularly the youth, to support the Movement for Change, Mr. Danso said: “It is time to rally behind a government of national unity led by the formidable Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen for the economic and political transformation our dear nation desperately needs.”

About Elijah Kwame Owusu Danso

Mr. Elijah Kwame Owusu Danso is a lawyer, broadcaster, political activist, Pan-Africanist, corporate strategist, and musician who considers himself primarily an advocate for youth rights.

Known for his advocacy for the voiceless in society and his passion for quality governance, he is regarded by many as an icon who brings fresh energy to the political scene.

Throughout his career, Mr. Danso has collaborated with respected professionals such as Dr. Lloyd Amoah of the University of Ghana (UG), and Dr. Kojo Asante and Dr. Franklin Oduro of the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD) in advancing non-political initiatives aimed at promoting democracy and ensuring transparency in government.

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