Tension as NDC members allegedly plot to disrupt Minority's engagement with cocoa farmers in Bonkrom
NDC members allegedly planned to disrupt the Minority Caucus' Farmers Engagement Tour to Bonkrom in the Ahafo Ano North District. The Minority group, led by Frank Annoh-Dompreh, launched the tour to engage cocoa farmers and understand their challenges following the recent cocoa price cut. A planned parallel event by the ruling NDC at the same venue sparked tension.
Farmers witnessed police intervention to prevent NDC members from holding their event on the premises. Cocoa farmer Dapaah Eric said, "The Minority Caucus had already booked the durbar grounds for their engagement with us, but some NDC members attempted to use the same venue. After failing, they planned to hold their event opposite the grounds instead." Another farmer, Yaw Ofori, said they changed the meeting venue to Bonkrom after receiving information that NDC supporters were planning to disrupt the meeting at Akwasiase, but "Despite this change, they still tried to cause chaos and almost disrupted the program." The durbar grounds were heavily secured by police and immigration officers when the Minority Caucus arrived.
Nana Kwadwo Nsiah I confirmed the incident while addressing the Minority members and cocoa farmers, stating that he and his elders ensured the NDC's event was halted. He denounced the actions of the NDC members and their leadership, stressing that community protocols must be followed. He said, "Today's incident was unacceptable. As community leaders, my elders and I are not opposed to any party, including the NDC. If you wish to organize an event, please approach us to discuss and schedule it properly. It's essential to keep us informed before proceeding with any program."
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Tension rose as NDC members allegedly plotted to disrupt the Minority Caucus' engagement with cocoa farmers in Bonkrom- raising concerns about political interference. The incident hints at deeper issues surrounding cocoa farmer support and political maneuvering.
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