Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, running mate to the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer, has apologized for his comparison of President Akufo-Addo’s contributions to those of Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
In a statement on July 12, Dr. Opoku Prempeh, commonly known as NAPO, clarified that his comments were not intended to denigrate former President Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
“I wish to emphasise that I never meant to disrespect our former President Dr. Kwame Nkrumah or any of our former heads of state, including my own grand uncle and mentor, Mr. John Agyekum Kufuor,” his statement stated.
The former Energy Minister added that he has noted the concerns raised after his statement and “regrets any discomfort caused.”
NAPO’s apology comes days after his statement was met with condemnation, even from some party stalwarts.
He emphasized that his comment reflects his personal opinion about President Akufo-Addo’s impact.
