A political analyst and lecturer, Michael Ebo Amoa, has disclosed that the reason why several people have applied for the job as Chief Executives of the 216 Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) is because of ‘edidigya’.
Mr. Amoah says some of the applicants who are associated with the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) feel they have been left out since the party assumed office and have realized they can only benefit should they get the job as MCEs or DCEs.
He told Rainbow Radio 87.5Fm that this would not necessarily have any negative impact on the presidency of Akufo-Addo because the NPP has learnt bitter lessons from 2007 and how some 17 persons contested as presidential candidates.
He noted that the NPP does not want to create an impression that will make people accuse them of opulence and political showmanship.
He has however advised them not to appoint the MCEs and DCEs on a silver platter.
He wants the people to be appointed based on the competencies and skills.
He explained the NCE or DCE is the representative of the president at the local level hence someone with the needed experience and qualities should be appointed.
Over 1,300 persons have applied for 216 MMDCE vacancies nationwide.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com