Former Black Stars captain Asamoah Gyan has called on Ghanaians to unite behind the newly elected National Democratic Congress (NDC) government following the peaceful conclusion of the 2024 elections.
The NDC, led by John Dramani Mahama, triumphed over the New Patriotic Party (NPP), marking Mahama’s return to power after an eight-year absence.
In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Gyan congratulated the incoming administration and stressed the importance of collective support over partisan divisions.
“Let’s support the government. Any government that comes to power, we should support them. If you buy goods for GHC 50 and sell them for GHC 1000, the country will suffer,” he said.
“Ghana has made its decision. Let’s put party politics aside. If your party has won, focus on supporting the government, and we, as citizens, will also do our part.”
Gyan emphasized the need for a change in attitude to foster the country’s progress under the new leadership. “We must change our mindsets and support the new government. Let’s congratulate them, and that’s my message,” he stated.
“As a loyal citizen of this country, my message is simple: Let’s congratulate the NDC and support them, not sabotage their efforts,” he added.
Before the elections, Gyan had briefly engaged in politics, serving as chairman of the Youth and Sports sub-committee on the NPP’s 2024 manifesto team. He even expressed interest in running as a vice-presidential candidate alongside Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
However, in September 2024, Gyan publicly announced his withdrawal from partisan politics, citing a desire to focus on philanthropy and youth empowerment.
“My primary focus is now on humanitarian work and uplifting the youth of Ghana,” he explained in a public statement.
Despite stepping back from politics, Gyan remains a beloved figure in Ghana. As the nation’s all-time top scorer with 51 goals in 109 appearances, his influence extends far beyond football, making his call for unity a rallying cry for citizens to come together and support the incoming government.
