Mr Akwasi Nti, a former Constituency Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) at Fomena in the Ashanti Region, has strongly criticized Alan Kyerematen, the former Trade Minister and leader of the newly formed Movement for Change, ahead of the upcoming elections.
In a fiery interview, Nti dismissed any concerns about Kyerematen's departure from the NPP, claiming it would have no impact on the party's chances, especially in the Ashanti Region. "A lot of people are making a big deal about Alan leaving, but let me tell you, it's nothing more than a distraction," Nti asserted. "He may have been a member of the NPP, but his exit will not shift the balance in our favour.
Alan Kyerematen has no political influence to pose a serious challenge in the Ashanti Region or anywhere else in this country." Nti's criticism of Kyerematen extended beyond his exit from the party, pointing to what he described as a lacklustre record during Kyerematen's tenure as Trade Minister.
Nti argued that Kyerematen's policies failed to benefit the country, particularly in terms of local economic growth, and instead led to negative consequences for traders in regions like Ashanti. "Under Alan's watch as Trade Minister, we saw an alarming increase in the number of Nigerian traders flooding our markets," Nti said, shaking his head in disbelief. "He had no real strategy to support local businesses.