National Democratic Congress (NDC) operative James Agbey has warned that the party risks alienating its grassroots supporters if government appointees fail to address concerns about neglect, unemployment and limited economic opportunities.
In a statement dated Friday, October 16, Mr Agbey accused some appointees of overlooking the activists and cadres whose efforts helped return the party to power in the 2024 elections.
“The feeling out there at the base is that ‘we have been used and dumped’,” he said.
Mr Agbey claimed that many party activists continued to face financial hardship and unemployment, while some government appointees were allegedly prioritising relatives and close associates over loyal party members who supported the NDC during its years in opposition.
“Everything seems to have changed after the elections. Appointees are now prioritising their families and close allies, some of whom were not even part of the struggle,” he alleged.
He argued that the concerns required concrete interventions rather than occasional handouts or promises of future support, insisting that activists were primarily seeking sustainable opportunities to improve their livelihoods.
“All that these party activists are asking for is opportunities to be able to fend for themselves,” he stated.
Mr Agbey urged government appointees to engage directly with the party’s grassroots and take practical steps to address their concerns.
He warned that failure to resolve the grievances could weaken party loyalty and turn dissatisfied supporters against the government in a future election.
“Our support for the NDC must not be taken for granted,” he cautioned.
The statement did not provide figures to substantiate claims of declining grassroots support or identify the appointees accused of favouring relatives and associates.
Mr Agbey nevertheless called for urgent action, warning that growing frustration among party activists could undermine the NDC’s electoral prospects.
“I call for urgent action or we will have ourselves to blame come the electioneering season,” he said.
