The campaign aide for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr.
Bawumia, Kwadwo Nsafoah Poku, has expressed that the "expired rice" issue should not be viewed as a political matter and should remain free from politicization.
During a panel discussion on TV3's KeyPoints, Kwadwo Poku contended that the entities involved in the "expired rice" controversy-namely Buffer Stock, the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), and Lamens-are not politically motivated, and therefore, the situation should not be politicized. "The companies mentioned by my colleague Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa are not politically affiliated.
They are not seeking re-election.