The Deputy National Youth Organiser for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Isaac Jay Hyde has expressed deep regret over his admiration for independent presidential aspirant, Alan Kyerematen.
Hyde’s sentiments stem from Kyerematen’s recent controversial remarks urging Ghanaians to vote for a “Christian leader” in the upcoming December 2024 elections.
The NPP official speaking candidly on Onua FM’s Yensempa with hosts Nana Yaa Brefo and JB, condemned Kyerematen’s divisive rhetoric, emphasizing that Ghana belongs to everyone regardless of religious affiliation.
“It’s becoming hard to speak about the matters of Chief Alan. When I was young, I really admired him, but these days, with the way he acts and speaks, it makes me regret the thought of admiring a man of his calibre.”
“Although indeed several Ghanaians are Christians, Ghana is not owned by Christians; Ghana is for everyone,” Hyde asserted.
He lamented the unfortunate timing of Kyerematen’s remarks, particularly amidst efforts to promote peace and unity in the nation.
“If Alan stands somewhere and says this while we are all preaching peace and togetherness, is it unfortunate. Ghanaians will know who Alan Kyerematen is,” Hyde remarked.
Hyde didn’t mince his words when he implied that Kyerematen’s actions were strategically orchestrated to undermine Vice-President Bawumia’s prospects in the upcoming 2024 elections.
He moreover suggested that Kyerematen’s divisive behaviour could even lead his own family to vote against him, casting doubt on his credibility as a candidate.
“The acts of Alan Kyerematen is a swipe at the Vice-President, and we all know that for this election including Alan Kyerematen, if he gains 50,000 votes, it is by the Grace of God because even his family will not vote for him, his gain will not make any difference,” Hyde asserted.
Alan John Kyerematen, while addressing a congregation during the Easter celebrations, urged Christians to exercise their voting rights by choosing a candidate aligned with their religious beliefs.
Highlighting the predominantly Christian nature of the nation, Mr Kyerematen emphasised the importance of having a leader who shares the religious faith of the majority of the population.
“So as a predominantly Christian nation and as Christians, it is our responsibility to ensure we elect a Christian leader who is also a Christlike leader,” he said.
By Lois Dogbe
