Disqualified NDC Youth Organiser aspirant accepts disqualification; vows to stay committed to party and youth agenda

Daniel Niibi Afotey Odai, a candidate for the position of Deputy Youth Organiser in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for the Greater Accra Region, has presented a plan to empower youth involvement and enhance support for party organisers. Running under the slogan "Youth in Politics: From Spectators to Decision Makers," Niibi aims to establish systems that grant young party members a more significant role in decision-making and expand their access to opportunities.

His proposals include the establishment of a functional Greater Accra Youth Secretariat, creation of a database of young individuals across the region's 34 constituencies, and introduction of a 24-hour hotline to assist youth organisers. Additionally, he suggests appointing a desk officer for each constituency and establishing a youth welfare scheme to assist organisers during personal crises such as illness, bereavement, or other significant events.

Niibi, who has been involved with the NDC for over a decade starting at the branch and constituency levels, has served as Deputy Youth Organiser for the Krowor Constituency for eight years. During his tenure, he was instrumental in youth mobilisation, organizing party structures, and supporting grassroots activities. Holding a degree in Political Science from the University of Ghana and being a Chartered Manager, Niibi is also the District Director of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA) in Krowor, where he focuses on connecting young people to employment and skills-development opportunities.

Furthermore, he oversees Nungua Royals FC, utilizing football to identify and cultivate young talent.

A key aspect of Niibi's campaign is advocating for increased influence of young people within the party, moving beyond mobilisation for rallies, campaign activities, and election-day duties. He emphasizes that the proposed youth database will help identify young individuals' skills and needs throughout the region, while the appointed constituency desk officers will serve as a direct link between local youth structures and regional leadership.

The proposed welfare scheme aims to provide a support system for youth organisers beyond their political responsibilities. Niibi states, "I am one of you. I have walked your road. I know your struggle. I will not forget you after the elections." Seeking the third position on the ballot for the NDC's Greater Accra Regional Youth Organiser elections, Niibi's campaign slogan is #WeAreTogether.