The Good Governance Group, a collective of professionals who are affiliated with the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has endorsed Dr. Ekwow Spio-Garbrah to become the vice-presidential candidate alongside John Mahama, the NDC’s flag bearer, for the upcoming 2024 general elections.
Their advocacy highlights Dr. Spio-Garbrah’s impressive blend of experience across public and private sectors, marking him an exceptional candidate for the role.
Speaking on behalf of the group in an interview with the Daily Graphic, Nana Sika Abaka lauded Dr. Spio-Garbrah’s diverse qualifications, ranging from diplomacy and business to technocracy, as essential for addressing Ghana’s multifaceted challenges.
Nana Abaka further elaborated on Dr. Spio-Garbrah’s qualifications, citing his tenure as a former Trade Minister and his substantial contributions to leadership. According to Abaka, Dr. Spio-Garbrah’s unique combination of experience and a track record of achievements make him an ideal choice for the vice-presidential candidacy.
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He also credited Dr. Spio-Garbrah with initiating policies that have spurred economic growth, job creation, and sustainable development.
The selection of Dr. Spio-Garbrah, according to Nana Abaka, would signal the NDC’s commitment to fielding a leadership team that embodies experience, competence, and adherence to the party’s foundational values. This move is seen as a step towards realizing a vision for Ghana that is inclusive, resilient, and prosperous, drawing on the collective strengths of its citizenry.
In a discussion on TV3, Dr. Spio-Garbrah himself expressed his readiness and enthusiasm to serve as the NDC’s vice-presidential candidate should John Mahama extend the invitation.
He acknowledged the importance of the flag bearer’s decision in this matter despite having received affirmations of his suitability for such a role from past presidents, including Rawlings and Mills.
