The National Democratic Congress (NDC) said it was overwhelmed by the media publicity during its recent National Delegates Congress held at the Ghana International Trade Fair Centre, Accra, to elect its party leaders.

"You gave us so much publicity that, there was no need for us to organise any press conference," it said. The remarks were made by Dr. Obed Asamoah, who was elected Chairman of party at the congress, at a reception organised on Saturday to thank journalists.

Dr Asamoah polled 334 votes whiles Dr. Mahama polled 332 votes. Dr. Asamoah mentioned the party's warmest appreciation to all journalists who gave coverage of the event, adding that "you slept in uncomfortable chairs and tables till the next day." He expressed satisfaction that the NDC was seemingly enjoying good press relation, saying, "I hope this will continue."

Nii Okaija Adamafio, former Interior Minister and now a Vice Chairman of the party, Dr Tony Aidoo, former Deputy Minister of Defence, now a Member of the party's Executive Council and Dr. Nii Armah Josiah-Aryeh, the party's General Secretary were among prominent party leaders at the reception.