Ashie Moore, NDC Greater Accra Regional Chairman, says his companies have had no government contract since President John Dramani Mahama's administration took office.
He made this statement in a viral video clip recorded at a recent NDC event. Moore claimed he had committed more personal funds to the regional campaign than any of his predecessors.
Ashie Moore said his financial sacrifices for the party had gone unrewarded. He added that his political profile had also hurt his private businesses when seeking credit from commercial banks. Moore said he holds no post in the administration and has to work to earn a living.
The NDC national leadership and the Presidency had not publicly responded to his remarks as of Sunday morning. Ashie Moore had urged party members to remain united after constituency polls last month. He had also spearheaded the party's 2024 agenda to win at least 25 parliamentary seats in Greater Accra.
Ashie Moore's statement comes as the governing party prepares for its next internal contests, having issued guidelines for its regional executive elections on Friday, November 6. The NDC has announced that it will hold its national executive elections soon. Ashie Moore's comments may have implications for the party's upcoming elections.
According to Ashie Moore, his investment in the party's regional campaign was significant. He said he had exposed himself to financial risks by committing personal funds to the campaign. Ashie Moore's comments highlight the challenges faced by politicians in Ghana who invest personal funds in their campaigns.
The issue of government contracts is critical in Ghana's economy. Government contracts can provide significant revenue for companies and create jobs. Ashie Moore's statement suggests that his companies have not benefited from government contracts since the current administration took office.