Dr. Akwasi Oppong-Fosu Advocates Peaceful Politics Under NDC Three Rs Vision

Aspiring National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr Akwasi Oppong-Fosu, has urged for a political culture centered on dialogue, consultation, and negotiation. He cautioned against confrontational methods to resolve political disputes. During an interview on GBC’s The National Discourse, Dr Oppong-Fosu presented his Three Rs vision, which aims to reaffirm the party’s founding values and foster inclusive political engagement.

The restoration aspect of the vision emphasizes the NDC’s commitment to its principles of probity, accountability, and social justice. Dr Oppong-Fosu clarified that the call for restoration does not imply that the party has abandoned these values but rather serves as a reminder of the principles that define its identity and the expectations of Ghanaians.

The second R, renewal, stresses that politics should not be treated as a battlefield. Disagreements should be addressed through calm engagement rather than confrontation, he argued. According to him, political actors must refrain from unnecessarily escalating issues and instead engage in consultations and negotiations to resolve differences.

The third R, Resetting, focuses on ensuring that grassroots members feel recognized and included in the party’s activities. Dr Oppong-Fosu emphasized that no branch should be considered too small, asserting that members should be recognized based on their contributions, skills, and competencies. He explained that his vision aims to strengthen the party’s identity, promote peaceful political engagement, and establish structures that enable members at all levels to participate meaningfully.

The Three Rs vision is a key component of Dr Oppong-Fosu’s campaign to become the NDC’s National Chairman.