Augustus “Goosie” Obuadum Tanoh has dismissed media reports and social media speculation suggesting he intends to contest for the National Chairmanship of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), describing the campaign as the handiwork of unidentified interests.
In a rebuttal issued on Friday, a group identifying as Concerned Supporters of Hon. Goosie Tanoh clarified that the former Presidential Staffer has no ambition for the party’s top chairmanship position and remains fully focused on his current national assignment.
“We wish to state, in the strongest possible terms, that this call does not reflect the position, aspirations, or intentions of Hon. Goosie Tanoh,” the statement read. “We believe this campaign is being orchestrated by interests known to us for reasons best known to them.”
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The statement urged party faithful and the general public to treat such publications with the caution they deserve.
According to the release, Hon. Tanoh’s priority is the successful implementation of the Government’s flagship 24-Hour Economy policy through the 24-Hour Economy Authority.
“This national assignment requires his full attention, commitment, and expertise,” the statement emphasised.
The former NDC stalwart, the group added, is dedicated to delivering on the Authority’s mandate to create sustainable jobs, promote productivity, stimulate industrial growth, and contribute meaningfully to national development.
“At this crucial stage of Ghana’s economic transformation, Hon. Goosie Tanoh remains fully dedicated to delivering on the mandate of the Authority to create sustainable jobs, promote productivity, stimulate industrial growth, and contribute meaningfully to national development,” the statement noted.
In a related appeal, the group called on the Minister for Finance, Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, to facilitate the release of the GH¢1.4 million budgetary allocation earmarked for the operational activities of the 24-Hour Economy Authority.
The timely release of these funds, they argued, would enable the Authority to function effectively and efficiently in executing the important national mandate.
The group also called on all NDC members to remain focused on strengthening party unity and supporting the government’s development agenda rather than engaging in unnecessary speculation about individuals who have neither declared nor expressed any interest in party positions.
“Hon. Goosie Tanoh remains committed to serving Ghana and the NDC with dedication, integrity, and loyalty in the role currently assigned to him,” the statement added