A solemn remembrance event for the late former MP for Akwatia, Ernest Kumi, nearly descended into chaos when the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, arrived at the Wenchi Durbar Grounds to pay his respects.
Asiedu Nketiah and his entourage were met with hostility from a group of visibly upset New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters, including women, who reportedly attempted to physically confront him. His security team and accompanying NDC members swiftly intervened to shield him from the aggression. Reinforcements from the Ghana Police Service arrived shortly after to restore order.
The situation was eventually defused through the efforts of high-ranking NPP figures, including:
- Michael Kofi Okyere Baafi, MP for New Juaben South
- Henry Nana Boakye, NPP National Organiser
- Kingston Akomeng Kissi, former Eastern Regional NPP Chairman
Their intervention allowed Asiedu Nketiah to proceed to where former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia were seated to offer his condolences.
In response to the incident, NDC Deputy General Secretary Mustapha Gbande called it a disturbing sign, especially in a political climate where leaders are advocating for peace:
“It’s troubling that such aggression occurred at a funeral. We’ve taken note, and it will inform how we engage with the NPP going forward,” he told Channel One News.
Background
The 40-day observance is a traditional milestone in Ghanaian culture to honour the memory of the deceased. Ernest Kumi, a respected statesman and former Member of Parliament, was being commemorated by family, political figures, and constituents alike.
Source: Citi Newsroom
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