Samia Nkrumah leaves the CPP, disputes Jomoro’s position as independent candidate | Politics

Former president of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), Samia Yaba Christina Nkrumah, will not contest the 2020 parliamentary seat for the Jomoro constituency on the party’s ballot.

The daughter of Ghana’s first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, will compete for the parliamentary seat as an independent candidate, according to a Citi News report.

“The former president of the People’s Convention Party (CPP) made this known in an interview with Citi News. She said that her return is not a selfish ambition but to get Jomoro to have adequate representation in Parliament.

“The former deputy from the area also said that her decision to participate in the upcoming elections is also to help uphold the legacy of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah,” according to the Citi News report.

The report also cited the popular politician giving the following justification for her decision to contest the post of deputy as an independent candidate.

“I am no stranger to the Jomoro constituency and my past accomplishments speak for themselves. What I think is important to remember is why some of us are in politics. This is not a selfish ambition at all, but our ambition is closely related to the needs and aspirations of the people. If he had felt that Jomoro had leadership or a better performing MP, he would not have competed. That is reason number one. And number two is that I am doing this political work because I represent a legacy.

“A legacy whose mission is to create a just, united and just society in Ghana and the legacy of Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah. I think we have a lot to learn and Ghana would benefit a lot if we re-studied their policies, writings and speeches because that is how modern Ghana was born. So my return is partly to the people of Jomoro, who I know I can give to, make things better for them, and I have the ability, sincerity, love and passion to make better things happen for them. Lastly, it’s upholding the legacy of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, which I think is very much needed in our current politics. “

She added: “I think people are aware and have experienced different MPs, different political parties and I don’t think it is a party question. I think what matters is the caliber of the candidate, the strength of the candidate and the sincerity of the candidate. I think people know what to do for the good of all. I don’t see my opponents as a threat and I don’t see this as a fight with who is racing more cars or screaming more or giving more money, but it is about people’s lives. It’s about who is best able to improve the quality of life for people in the Jomoro constituency. It’s about who has an independent mind, not loyal to either party, but loyal to the people. “

According to the report, she made the disclosures on the sidelines of an Advocates and Trainers for the Advancement and Rights of Children and Women training program, ACTWAR-OSIWA project.