Benjamin Gyewu-Appiah, a key member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) communication team, has publicly addressed his controversial remark regarding self-immolation if John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) emerged victorious in the 2024 presidential election.
With Mahama's decisive win now a reality, Gyewu-Appiah's previous statement has resurfaced, sparking debates across social and mainstream media.
In an interview on Neat FM, Gyewu-Appiah expressed regret over his rash words, which were made during a moment of heightened political tension. "I deeply regret my comment," he stated, acknowledging that his remark about self-harm was made in the heat of the moment and was never meant to be taken literally.
He explained that at the time, he had full confidence in his party's efforts, particularly the comprehensive campaign strategies and the impactful message put forth by Vice President Dr.