The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) running mate, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh, also known as NAPO, made a profound statement during the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Mount Olivet Methodist Church in Takoradi on Saturday. He emphasized that the party’s chances of winning the upcoming December 7 election rely solely on divine intervention.
Dr. Prempeh, a devout Christian, sought to downplay the importance of human planning and strategy in the party’s quest for victory. Instead, he stressed that God’s blessing and favor are essential for the NPP’s success.
The former Education Minister expressed his conviction that with God on their side, the NPP will triumph in the polls. He drew parallels between the party’s fortunes and the biblical account of the Israelites, who needed divine intervention to overcome their adversaries.
NAPO’s remarks were met with applause and nods of agreement from the congregation, who were gathered to celebrate the church’s golden jubilee. The Methodist Church has been a longstanding supporter of the NPP, and Dr. Prempeh’s presence was seen as a testament to the party’s commitment to faith-based organizations.
In his speech, Dr. Prempeh acknowledged that while planning and strategy are crucial, they are ultimately insufficient without God’s blessing. He urged party members to seek divine guidance and wisdom as they navigate the electoral process.
The NPP’s quest to win a historic third term has been dubbed “breaking the eight,” a reference to the eight-year cycle of power that has characterized Ghana’s politics since 1992. Dr. Prempeh’s comments suggest that the party is seeking a higher power to intervene on their behalf.
Dr. Prempeh’s statement also underscored the importance of faith in the political process. He emphasized that God’s favor can change the hearts of leaders, making them better servants of the people.
The NPP’s running mate also alluded to the biblical account of angels and stones being used by God to achieve His purposes. He implied that divine intervention can manifest in unexpected ways, even influencing the actions of inanimate objects.
Dr. Prempeh’s remarks highlighted the NPP’s reliance on faith and divine intervention to achieve their electoral goals. As the party seeks to make history by winning a third consecutive term, they are leaving nothing to chance, seeking God’s blessing and favor at every turn.
The event was attended by prominent members of the NPP, clergy, and community leaders, who all pledged their support for the party’s candidacy. With the election just a few months away, the NPP is pulling out all the stops to ensure victory, including seeking divine intervention.
