National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Mahama has challenged the New Patriotic Party(NPP) over its breaking the 8 agenda.
The former has expressed satisfaction with his 8th position on the 2024 presidential ballot paper, stating the number 8 is now with the NDC.
Addressing Ablekuma North constituents as part of his Greater Accra Regional tour, Mr Mahama has said the position is symbolic and marks an opportunity for the NDC to bring change on December 7 elections.
“By God’s grace, we picked number 8 so some people say they are going to break the 8. The eight is with me, let them come and break the eight and let me see,” he said.
Criticising the ruling party over its failed promises, Mr Mahama touched on the pledge to reduce fuel prices which he said is yet to see the light of day.
“We remember how in 2016, drivers—taxi drivers, trotro drivers—formed an association called ‘Drivers for Change.’ They demonstrated, parking their cars in the middle of the roads. When asked about their problem, they said, ‘Mahama, fuel prices are too high,’ and our brothers in the NPP told them that when they came into power, they would reduce fuel prices.
“Today, fuel price is 70 cedis per gallon, compared to 14 cedis when they were making those promises. Where is the relief they promised?” Mahama asked.
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