Setting the Record Straight: The People of Nzema Land Deserve the Truth - Exposing Dr. Opoku Prempeh's Lies

We, the Concerned Nzema Youths Group for Development, are deeply disheartened and disappointed by the recent statements made by Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh, the former Energy Minister and running mate to the NPP's presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, during his campaign tour in the Nzema constituencies of Jomoro, Ellembele, and Nzema East.

Dr. Opoku Prempeh's claim that the Atuabo Gas Processing Plant was built under President Kufuor is not only false but a direct insult to the intelligence and dignity of the people of Nzema. This blatant distortion of history must be corrected immediately, and we call on Dr. Opoku Prempeh to apologize to the good people of Nzema for this dishonest and misleading statement.

Setting the Record Straight
The Atuabo Gas Processing Plant, along with the *National Gas Exploration Station* in our Nzema land, is part of the *Western Corridor Gas Project. This monumental project, which began in July 2011, was initiated under the *NDC government led by the late President John Evans Atta Mills and continued by President *John Dramani Mahama. It was not, as falsely claimed by Dr. Opoku Prempeh, a project of the NPP under former President Kufuor.

This project, overseen by notable Nzema leaders such as Dr. George Sipa Yankey and Hon. Dr. Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, was designed to monetize the country's domestic natural gas from the Jubilee Field. The Atuabo Gas Processing Plant has since played a crucial role in stabilizing Ghana’s economy by reducing the need for hard currency to import Light Crude Oil (LCO) to power thermal plants.

The Truth About the Petroleum Hub
Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s claim that the NPP will build a Petroleum Hub in Nzema if voted into power is yet another attempt to deceive the people. This project has *never been included in any official government planning documents, raising serious doubts about its viability. Furthermore, the *NPP’s economic mismanagement and history of corruption make it unlikely that they can successfully deliver such a massive project.

Broken Promises and Failed Leadership
Dr. Opoku Prempeh's attempt to rewrite history is not the only concern we have with the current NPP leadership. Despite their grand promises, the NPP has failed to deliver on key development projects in Nzema land. For example:

1. Road Infrastructure: The much-publicized Samenye to Jaway Wharf road project, inaugurated by Vice President Dr. Bawumia in 2020, remains incomplete. The deplorable condition of our roads continues to claim lives, and the NPP’s neglect is unforgivable.

2. Industrialization and Jobs: The NPP’s flagship policies, such as "One District, One Factory" and "One Constituency, One Million Dollars," have failed to materialize in Nzema land. The promised cassava and fertilizer factories were never built, leaving our youth unemployed and our communities underdeveloped.

3. Energy Sector Failures: Despite promises to resolve the energy crisis, the NPP has failed to end the intermittent power supply ("Dumsor") that continues to disrupt lives and businesses.

4. Unmet Health and Educational Promises: The NPP’s Agenda 111 to build hospitals across the country has largely failed, denying many communities in Nzema land access to essential healthcare facilities. Similarly, their promises of educational infrastructure have not been fulfilled.

A Call for Accountability
We urge Dr. Opoku Prempeh and the entire NPP leadership to respect the intelligence of Nzema indigenes. Nzema land is not a place for cheap political rhetoric or historical revisionism. Our people are well-informed and will not be swayed by false promises or dishonest claims.

It is also worth reminding Dr. Opoku Prempeh of his recent disrespectful remarks about our revered first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Such behavior should have taught him a lesson in humility and respect for our history. Yet, here he is again, disrespecting Nzema land and its people.

Our Stand for Truth and Progress
We, the Concerned Nzema Youths Group for Development, will not be deceived by the NPP's last-minute promises or attempts to rewrite history. We recognize the NDC’s genuine contributions to Nzema land’s development, from the construction of the Atuabo Gas Processing Plant to the expansion of rural electrification and infrastructure projects. These are the achievements we honor and remember.

As we approach the December 2024 general elections, we call on all Nzema indigenes to vote wisely. Let us stand with a party that has consistently delivered on its promises. Let us vote for John Dramani Mahama and the NDC parliamentary candidates who have a proven track record of bringing meaningful development to Nzema land.

Conclusion
Nzema land deserves better. We deserve leaders who respect our history, honor their promises, and work tirelessly for our development. Let us unite and ensure that our votes in December reflect our desire for truth, progress, and a brighter future for Nzema land.

Signed:
1. Joel Samuel Ndede(Arise)
Convenor, Concerned Nzema Youths Group for Development

Contact: 0543257294
2. Madam Matilda Menlah Kaku
Organizer, Concerned Nzema Youths Group for Development

3. Mr. Michael Kwaw
Secretary, Concerned Nzema Youths Group for Development