Former General Secretary of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), Nana Yaa Jantuah, who was recently appointed as a Presidential Staffer by President John Dramani Mahama, has strongly dismissed claims that she has abandoned the CPP.
During a panel discussion on TV3, Ellen Ama Daaku, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) communication team, questioned whether Nana Yaa Jantuah’s new role signaled an official move to the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC).
“I sat here about a year and a half ago and asked her to join the NDC. When I saw how she was speaking and campaigning, I actually suggested she vie for the position of Women’s Organizer in the NDC. She was very furious with me at the time—just after they [the CPP] had come out of their election. Now, I’d like to know if she has fully ditched the CPP and officially joined the NDC,” Ellen Ama Daaku remarked.
She further added, “Right now, I am confused as to why she is even here this morning. Is she here as the former General Secretary of the CPP? Oh, so the new appointment has not started yet? We will see from next week.”
In response, a visibly displeased Nana Yaa Jantuah shot back, saying, “It is not your business.”
Despite the speculations, Nana Yaa Jantuah has reaffirmed her allegiance to the CPP.
“I am representing Ghana, but I’m still a member of the CPP,” she firmly stated.
She expressed her appreciation for the appointment, highlighting President Mahama’s commitment to inclusivity and meritocracy.
“This is a good sign of inclusivity, and it shows that President John Dramani Mahama does not believe in a winner-takes-all approach. If he is appointing me to such a high office, it shows the trust he has in people and in systems. He believes in the hard work of individuals and does not dwell too much on politics,” she added.
Nana Yaa Jantuah, who previously served as the Director of Public Relations and External Affairs at the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), was among those appointed to the Office of the President on January 21, 2025.
Her endorsement of the NDC during the 2024 general elections fueled speculations about her political alignment. However, with her vast experience in public relations and leadership within the energy and political sectors, she is seen as a valuable asset to the presidency.
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