Independent MP-elect for Gomoa Central, Kwame Asare Obeng, widely known as A Plus, has expressed delight over the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) loss in the 2024 general elections. Speaking to GHOne TV on December 10, 2024, he attributed the party’s defeat to the leadership of President Akufo-Addo, whom he accused of tarnishing the NPP’s legacy.
According to A Plus, the election results reflect the dissatisfaction of Ghanaians with the NPP’s governance. He remarked that the president’s time in office would be remembered for missteps that eroded public confidence.
“Akufo-Addo has been humiliated, and I am so excited about it. He destroyed the NPP, and now everyone can see it clearly. If he hadn’t become president, we would still be talking about a promising leader who was going to transform Ghana. Unfortunately, he didn’t live up to expectations and has no enduring legacy like Mahama, Kufuor, or Rawlings. It’s sad because he has no time left, and no one will defend his legacy,” A Plus commented.
He further criticized the government’s emphasis on free SHS as its defining achievement, alleging that corruption overshadowed other initiatives.
“They talk about free SHS, and that’s all they have. Meanwhile, his government stole from us and ignored our concerns. I even took his constituency’s parliamentary seat from the NPP to send a message. I helped him become president, and yet, he humiliated himself. It’s a shame, but the people have spoken,” he said.
Regarding his role in Parliament, A Plus noted that he is engaging both the NPP and NDC to decide on potential alliances, prioritizing the needs of his constituents.
“We’re in talks, but I won’t rush into anything. My focus is on Gomoa’s development. If aligning with a party benefits the constituency, I’ll consider it. The NDC holds the majority, but they can’t silence me. I’ll remain vocal to prevent a repeat of the NPP’s mistakes,” he stated.
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The musician-turned-politician triumphed as an independent candidate in Gomoa Central, defeating incumbent NPP MP Nana Eyiah Quansah by a margin of 2,000 votes. A Plus secured 14,277 votes, leaving Quansah with 11,637. His victory signifies a significant shift in the constituency’s political landscape.
