The campaign launch of Hon. Samuel Sarbah Lartey, the parliamentary candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the Ablekuma South constituency, was met with low enthusiasm and attendance on Sunday, August 4th, 2024, at the Mamprobi Neighborhood center in Accra.
Despite the presence of top NPP bigwigs and parliamentary candidates including Hon. Kennedy Agyepong, Hon. Mannaf Sowah, PC of Odododiodioo Constituency, Hon. Jefferson Sackey, PC for Ablekuma Central and Hon. Jerry Ahmed Shaib, PC for Weija Gbawe constituency the event failed to attract the expected crowd.
The low attendance from the various ward coordinators and delegates was a surprise, given the importance of the event and the profile of the guest speakers. However, the lack of enthusiasm did not deter Hon. Samuel Sarbah Lartey from delivering his campaign message, which focused on his vision for improving the education sector in the constituency.
As an educationist, Hon. Sarbah Lartey emphasized the need for quality education and pledged to work towards improving educational infrastructure, increasing access to education, and supporting teachers and students in the constituency. Despite the low attendance, his message resonated with the few supporters present, who applauded his commitment to education.
The purpose of the low attendance at the event is unclear, but it may be attributed to various factors, including voter apathy, lack of awareness about the event, or dissatisfaction with the candidate or the party. Whatever the reason, the low turnout is a concern for the NPP and Hon. Sarbah Lartey, who will need to work harder to mobilize support and enthusiasm among voters in the constituency.
The NPP and Hon. Sarbah Lartey will need to re-strategize and engage with voters to understand their concerns and aspirations. This will help to build trust and confidence in the candidate and the party, which is essential for winning the elections.
The low enthusiasm at the NPP Ablekuma South constituency campaign launch is a wake-up call for Hon. Sarbah Lartey and his team. While the candidate’s message on education is commendable, the party needs to work harder to mobilize support and enthusiasm among voters to ensure a successful campaign.
The Ablekuma South constituency consist of five electoral areas; Korle-Gonno, Mamprobi, New Mamprobi, Chorkor and Korle-bu.
