Akwasi Opong-Fosu to begin NDC chairmanship campaign in Volta Region

Former Minister of State launches nationwide campaign tour on November 2, seeking support for the party’s national chairmanship with a focus on unity, grassroots empowerment and consolidating the NDC’s achievements.

Dr Akwasi Opong-Fosu, an aspiring National Chairman of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), is set to begin his nationwide campaign tour in the Volta Region on Monday, November 2, 2026.

His campaign team announced the development in a press release dated October 29, 2026, explaining that the decision to begin the tour in the Volta Region recognises the region’s historic loyalty, sacrifices and contributions to the growth and electoral successes of the NDC.

The team also described the region as strategically important to the party’s future, saying the visit would provide an opportunity for Dr Opong-Fosu to engage party stakeholders, listen to their concerns and share his vision for the party.

The campaign is being conducted under the theme “Consolidating the Gains!”, with the stated objective of protecting the achievements and legacy of President John Dramani Mahama while positioning the NDC to retain political power in 2028 and beyond.

Focus on grassroots participation

According to the statement, the engagements will bring together regional and constituency executives, delegates, branch executives, party elders, cadres, former and serving Members of Parliament, former and current government appointees and other key stakeholders.

The campaign team said the interactions would help build consensus around a stronger, more united and inclusive NDC.

A central feature of Dr Opong-Fosu’s campaign is the 3Vs agenda — Votes, Voice and Viability — which seeks to ensure that grassroots members are recognised, heard and economically empowered.

The team said the approach would give party members a greater role in shaping the NDC’s future and strengthen the relationship between the party’s leadership and its grassroots structures.

Experience and party reorganisation

Presenting his credentials, the campaign team described Dr Opong-Fosu as a founding member of the NDC, a former Member of Parliament, former Minister of State and experienced public administrator.

It argued that his experience in government and understanding of the party’s foundations and grassroots structures make him suitable to lead the organisation.

The campaign team further said his institutional knowledge and commitment to party unity would help consolidate the NDC’s achievements and safeguard its political future.

The Volta Region tour will mark the beginning of his nationwide engagements as he seeks delegates’ support in the contest for the party’s national chairmanship.