The General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, delivered a passionate address at the party’s final rally, held two days before the crucial December 7 elections
His speech exuded palpable confidence in the NDC’s prospects, emphasizing the need for a collective effort to ensure victory for John Dramani Mahama and the party.
In a rousing address filled with political fervor, he urged Ghanaians to see the elections as a pivotal moment for national redemption.
Kwetey began by expressing faith in divine providence, assuring the audience that the NDC’s victory was preordained.
“Once you stand by the truth, God will fulfill His word. And the word of God concerning December 7 is that Ghana is due for a victory, Ghana is due for a change, and Ghana is due for the coming back of John Dramani Mahama. No power will stop it.”
This declaration set the tone for a rally charged with optimism and resolve.
He painted a grim picture of the socio-economic challenges under the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration.
“December 7 is for you, the young people of our country. You have seen over the last 8 years what has happened to this beautiful country of Kwame Nkrumah and of Jerry John Rawlings—the suffering, the pain, the disappointment, and the loss of hope.”
He urged the youth to channel their frustration into votes that would restore hope to the nation. He charged; “On 7 December, you need to come out in your numbers and make a statement once and for all that enough is enough.”
Kwetey described the election as more than a contest for political power reiterating that: “The fight on Saturday is not an entity fight; it’s a fight for our country. We need to make sure that Ghana finds hope again on Saturday. The future of our young people depends on the victory of the NDC.”
Drawing on the legacy of Ghana’s founding fathers and past leaders, he declared; “Kwame Nkrumah, Jerry Rawlings, Professor Mills—all our ancestors—will be watching to see how ready you are to fight for our country.”
He reinforced his call with a rallying cry; “As President Trump would say, fight, fight. Fight for Ghana. Fight for the soul of Ghana. Fight for the victory of this beautiful country.”
The NPP, under Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, was portrayed as a party driven by self-interest and corruption. He lamented; “If we make a mistake and Bawumia wins on Saturday, this country is virtually gone. The NPP will say you can do anything—steal money, use money, and steal an election.”
He characterized the elections as a referendum on the NPP’s poor governance, which he said had inflicted suffering and despair on the Ghanaian people.
Kwetey urged Ghanaians to reclaim their power through the ballot box, emphasizing the democratic principle of popular sovereignty. He emphasized; “Power belongs to the people. And on Saturday, you, the people, must take that power to yourselves. In John Dramani Mahama, you are bringing somebody who has the humility and simplicity to work for you and make sure we restore this country again.
The reset of Ghana is not just about taking over from the NPP. It is a reset of the NDC itself. Charity must begin at home, and the NDC must be the first to set that example. And John Mahama, I am sure, will lead the crusade. NDC, you must not disappoint Ghana. Ghana is giving us an opportunity not to come and do the nonsense we have seen over the last 8 years.”
Kwetey’s address underscored the stakes of the December 7 election, framing it as a defining moment for Ghana’s future.
His speech, filled with rhetorical vigor reflected the NDC’s commitment to restoring hope, dignity, and progress to Ghana.
By Leo Nelson || Ghananewsonline.com.gh