{
  "id": 10073038,
  "title": "Kwamigah-Atokple appointed patron of NDC UK and Ireland Aldershot Branch",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/kwamigah-atokple-appointed-patron-of-ndc-uk-and-ireland-aldershot",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-26T21:52:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "3News",
    "slug": "3news",
    "url": "https://3news.com/politics/kwamigah-atokple-appointed-patron-of-ndc-uk-and-ireland-aldershot-branch"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple, a Council of State member, has assumed the role of Patron for the Aldershot Branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) UK and Ireland Chapter. He accepted the appointment with the understanding of the significant responsibilities and expectations that come with it. Kwamigah-Atokple believes this appointment offers a chance to bolster the branch's activities, enhance its contribution to the NDC's work within the diaspora, and support projects that can positively impact Ghana. The Aldershot Branch, established by President John Dramani Mahama, plays a crucial role in strengthening the NDC's presence abroad, mobilizing support for the party, and contributing to Ghana's overall development through means beyond political endeavors. He urges the branch members to utilize their professional experience, business networks, and international connections within the Ghanaian community in the UK to foster investment and job creation in Ghana. The diaspora, he emphasizes, holds valuable expertise and access to potential investors that, when utilized effectively, could facilitate the establishment of businesses, expansion of commercial activities, and the creation of employment opportunities in Ghana. Kwamigah-Atokple further encourages the NDC UK and Ireland Chapter to prioritize investment promotion as an essential aspect of its role in supporting Ghana, especially in light of President Mahama's Reset Agenda and the 24-Hour Economy policy. He urges the chapter to identify credible investment opportunities, engage with prospective investors, and expand economic activity while creating jobs. He also commends the branch for choosing to use their second anniversary celebration to raise funds for essential social projects, including access to clean drinking water, which remains a challenge in some communities. Kwamigah-Atokple, acknowledging the importance of such efforts, has personally contributed an undisclosed amount of US dollars towards the branch's fundraising initiatives. He plans to visit the NDC UK and Ireland Chapter in the coming months to engage more closely with its executives and members, explore practical ways of supporting the chapter's growth and development, and foster investment in Ghana. He reaffirms his unwavering support for the NDC, considering it his topmost priority, and remains committed to working with the leadership and members to advance the party's vision, particularly one focused on national development, economic opportunity, and improved living conditions for all Ghanaians.",
  "summary": "He said the diaspora possesses valuable expertise and access to potential investors",
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        "outlet": "GBC Ghana",
        "title": "Gabriel Tanko Kwamigah-Atokple appointed Patron of NDC UK and Ireland Aldershot Branch",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/gabriel-tanko-kwamigah-atokple-appointed-patron-of-ndc-uk-and-ireland",
        "published": "2026-09-26T16:29:57.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}