NDC not losing sleep over Alan Kyerematen’s UP Plus – Dr. Ayeh

Presidential Staffer, Dr. Samuel Ayeh, says the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has no cause for concern over the emergence of Alan Kyerematen’s United Party Plus (UP Plus), describing it as a normal development in Ghana’s multiparty democracy.

UP Plus, which replaces Kyerematen’s Movement for Change, was officially launched last week and is positioning itself as a centrist political force ahead of the 2028 general elections.

Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Monday, October 20, Dr. Ayeh said the governing NDC welcomes the new movement and views its entry as an opportunity to further strengthen the country’s democratic culture.

“For us NDC, we are not necessarily threatened by UP, but we’re abreast with the exigency of the time, and we’re encouraged to do well, do better. We welcome them, we appreciate their strides. We will do whatever we can as a political party in government to make Ghanaians happy by addressing their issues and plight so that we can always be on top,” he said.

He explained that competition in the political space serves the greater good by giving citizens more options and ensuring accountability in governance.

“I’m happy that another party has sprouted. It only deepens our democracy. We’re now comfortable, and we know that there’s an additional voice of dissent or opinion that those of us in the NDC government will always listen to make reforms in whatever we do. That is the beauty of democracy, governance, and politics,” Dr. Ayeh said.

While praising UP Plus for its structure and capable membership, Dr. Ayeh also pointed out that political breakaways often face steep challenges in sustaining public attention and organizational strength.

“I’m extremely happy about the organisation in nature of UP Plus. You and I know that they can boast of one of the most vociferous and brilliant guys. I’m happy except that political figures who break away from their mother parties do not necessarily do well in their future endeavours. Nobody can tell, the perception of young people these days has changed, especially the Gen Zs. They don’t have ties to any political party,” he noted.