Dr. William Atta Owusu’s research puts Isham ahead of Nana Kwasi in the NDC Ashanti Regional Chairman race

RESEARCH FINDINGS FOR THE MOST SUITABLE CHAIRMAN FOR NDC ASHANTI REGION.

This letter serves to formally communicate the outcome of our research and consultations conducted by Dr. William Atta Owusu and his team to assess who deserves to lead the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as Regional Chairman in the Ashanti Region, between Augustus Nana Akwasi and Isham Alhassan Yaw Bonsu.

The research sought to establish the level of acceptance, influence, grassroots connection, leadership capacity and general support enjoyed by the two individuals across the political landscape of the Ashanti Region. Following the consultations and assessments, the research identified several important areas of consideration, including: 1.

The 47 Constituency Executives: Engagement and assessment of the views and expectations of constituency executives across the Ashanti Region indicates that lack of resources to commence party businesses has become problematic. 2.

Grassroots Support: The opinions and level of acceptance of grassroots members across the region, recognising that the strength of the party lies in its grassroots structures.

3. Council of Elders in Ashanti region: Consultation and consideration of the perspectives of the party’s Council of Elders and their expectations for regional leadership.

4. National Executives: they are of the opinion that great leaders must have influence to win the heart of the people in Ashanti region both Muslims, Christians and traditional leaders.

5. Jubilee House Appointees: Engagement and consideration of the perspectives of government appointees at Jubilee House. 55% of the appointees are in support of Isham Alhassan. Whilst 20% are neutral and 25% are in favour of Augustus Nana Akwasi

6. Blue Gate Party Members: Assessment of the views and contributions of members associated with the Blue Gate political network view of maximising more votes for the party capable of defeating NPP Chairman Koka in Ashanti region.

7. The Wider Political Community: Consideration of the broader political atmosphere across the Ashanti Region, including perspectives from members and stakeholders of the NDC, NPP, CPP, PNC and other political affiliations.