In a statement issued on his behalf by former Adentan Member of Parliament and Presidential Staffer, Kojo Adu-Asare, Dr Ofosu-Ampofo expressed gratitude to party members from all 16 regions for their confidence in his leadership.
He described the gesture as a “remarkable expression of love, confidence and support”, but said he had decided against entering the race after careful consideration and in the overriding interest of the party.
The former NDC Chairman said he would continue to serve the party and government in his current capacities as Political Advisor to Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang and Board Chairman of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD).
He described the responsibilities as important to the government’s resetting agenda and pledged to discharge them with “dedication, integrity and the utmost sense of duty”.
Dr Ofosu-Ampofo also reaffirmed his commitment to the NDC, citing his 34 years of experience in party politics and governance.
He congratulated newly elected constituency officers and extended his best wishes to aspirants contesting the upcoming regional and national elections.
He urged party members to prioritise unity, mutual respect and the collective interests of the NDC as the party prepares for its internal electoral processes.
The former chairman further expressed his willingness to make his experience and institutional knowledge available whenever the party requires his support.
He said the NDC’s strength lies in its “collective experience, unity, institutional memory and shared commitment to its ideals.”
