Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has issued an apology for his controversial remarks regarding the legacy of Dr. Kwame Nkrumah.
Dr. Prempeh, also known as NAPO, faced criticism for drawing comparisons between Ghana’s first President and President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo during his introduction as Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s running mate.
Following calls for an apology from the Convention Peoples Party (CPP) and many Ghanaians, Dr. Prempeh has now clarified that his comments at an NPP rally in Kumasi were not intended to diminish Dr. Nkrumah’s respected legacy.
“I wish to emphasise that I never meant to disrespect our former President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah or any of our former heads of state, including my own grand uncle and mentor, Mr. John Agyekum Kufuor,” portions of the statement read.
He continued, “I note the concerns raised after my statement. I apologise sincerely and regret any discomfort caused.”
This apology comes after he had defended the comments despite public condemnation.
Read full statement below:
