The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced plans to formally introduce its running mate for the upcoming 2024 general elections.

In a statement released by the party's National Communications Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, the ceremony is set for Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at the Kofi Ohene Konadu Auditorium, located at the University of Professional Studies (UPSA).

"It is slated to commence promptly at 4:00 pm, and will be graced by the NDC’s Flagbearer for the 2024 General Elections, John Dramani Mahama, along with members of the Functional Executive Committee and the Council of Elders of the party. Additionally, attendees will include members of Parliament and various distinguished guests from the Diplomatic Corps, Clergy, Nananom, Women Groups, academia, Civil Society Organizations, Labour Organizations, and Creative Arts, among others," the statement said.

The NDC Running Mate, Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, will also address the nation on the NDC’s vision for a progressive, inclusive, and prosperous Ghana.

She will also highlight the transformative policies proposed by the party's flagbearer for the upcoming general elections, it added.

In his statement, Sammy Gyamfi emphasized the significance of the occasion, stating that it will mark a pivotal moment in the party's preparation for the 2024 general elections.

"This event signifies an important milestone for the NDC as we officially unveil our running mate for the upcoming election. We are confident that Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang will articulate our party's vision for Ghana and garner support for our transformative agenda," he stated.

This is the second time Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has been named running mate for the NDC, pairing with John Dramani Mahama.

Below is the full statement

PRESS STATEMENT For Immediate Release: 16/04/2024   NDC TO OFFICIALLY OUT-DOOR ITS RUNNING MATE FOR THE 2024 GENERAL ELECTION   The National Democratic Congress (NDC), announces for the information of its rank and file and the general public, that the party shall hold a ceremony to out-door its Running Mate for the 2024 General Election in Accra next week.   The event is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 24th April, 2024 at the Kofi Ohene Konadu Auditorium at the University of Professional Studies (UPSA).

The event will commence at 4:00pm prompt, by which time all invited guests and attendees must be seated.   The event will be graced by the NDC’s Flag-bearer for the 2024 General Election, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, members of the Functional Executive Committee and members of the Council of Elders of the party. Also in attendance will be members of Parliament and an array of distinguished guests from the Diplomatic Corps, the Clergy, Nananom, Women Groups, academia, representatives of Civil Society Organizations, Labour Organizations, Creative Arts, among others.   The Running Mate, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang will address the nation on the NDC’s vision for a progressive, inclusive and prosperous Ghana, as well as the live-transforming policies of our visionary Flag-bearer for the 2024 general elections.

This address will be preceded by a number of activities, between 4:00pm and 4:55pm before the official commencement of the main program of the day at 5pm prompt.

For emphasis, all attendees to the event must be seated by 4:00pm prompt.   All media houses who intend to deploy reporters to cover the event are entreated to contact the National Communication Bureau of the NDC for necessary accreditation.   SIGNED. SAMMY GYAMFI ESQ. (National Communications Officer)

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