Dr Smart Sarpong

Ghana’s next Parliament will record no independent candidate – Dr Smart Sarpong

Ghana’s next Parliament will record no independent candidate – Dr Smart Sarpong

Senior research fellow at the Kumasi Technical University (KTU) Dr Smart Sarpong has predicted that Ghana's next Parliament will not have any independent candidates. His forecast suggests that the two dominant parties, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), will do well in their stronghold on parliamentary seats. Speaking in an interview with Kumasi-based Wontumi TV/Radio, Mr Sarpong noted that the trend may not continue, with independent candidates potentially winning a single sit in the December elections. "In my estimation, this next parliament will not have an indepentent candidate but the percentage is very high for…
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44 Days To Polls: Amplify Government Achievements – Dr. Smart Sarpong Urges Government Communicators

44 Days To Polls: Amplify Government Achievements – Dr. Smart Sarpong Urges Government Communicators

A Senior Research Fellow at the Kumasi Technical University (KsTU), Dr Smart Sarpong, has charged government communicators to intensify efforts in highlighting the government’s achievements as the 2024 polls approach According to him, it’s crucial in showcasing the administration’s successes and informing the public about the positive impact of their policies. Dr. Sarpong emphasized the importance of effective communication in showcasing the government’s successes. “It’s crucial to amplify the government’s achievements to inform, educate, and engage the public. Communicators should focus on showcasing tangible projects and policies impacting citizens’ lives” “Don’t spend all the time on the topics given to…
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NPP Primaries: Selecting 5 Candidates Very Easy And A Reward To The Serious Ones – Dr Smart Sarpong

NPP Primaries: Selecting 5 Candidates Very Easy And A Reward To The Serious Ones – Dr Smart Sarpong

Senior research fellow at the Kumasi Technical University (KTU) Dr Smart Sarpong, has said that it is completely clear in the political space and within NPP that most of the candidates in the presidential race are not serious in their campaign and are likely not to make it to the top 5 in the super delegates conference come August 26. Speaking in an interview with Kumasi-based Wontumi TV/Radio, Mr Sarpong commended the Vice President Dr Alhaji Mahammudu Bawumia, Former Trade Minister Alan Kyerematen, Assin Central MP, Kennedy Agyapong, Kwabena Agyepong and the former Agric Minister, Dr. Afriyie Akoto for the…
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