David Selassie Anthony enters NDC deputy national organiser race, pledges grassroots reforms

David Selassie Anthony, popularly known as 'De Accra Mayor' or 'Dee Mayor'

David Selassie Anthony, popularly known as “De Accra Mayor” or “Dee Mayor”, has announced his intention to contest the position of Deputy National Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), promising to prioritise grassroots development, organiser welfare and preparations for the 2028 general elections.

Anthony says his ambition is driven by the need to strengthen the party's structures at the constituency and regional levels and ensure that members who sustain its activities between elections receive the recognition and support they deserve.

He disclosed that his decision followed consultations with party members, organisers and supporters across the country, adding that his candidature is intended to serve the structures that form the backbone of the NDC.

“The strength of this party has never been at the top. It has always been in the constituencies,” he said.

At the centre of his proposed agenda is a commitment to making grassroots mobilisation more effective while improving resource and logistics mobilisation to support the party's organisational activities.

Strengthening grassroots structures
Anthony intends to make constituency and regional organising structures more active and effective by establishing clear responsibilities, maintaining regular engagement and creating channels through which concerns from the grassroots can reach the national leadership.

He believes closer coordination between local party structures and national executives is essential to building a stronger, more inclusive organisation capable of mobilising supporters and securing electoral victories.

Prioritising organiser welfare
The aspirant has also identified the welfare of party organisers as a major concern, arguing that members who dedicate their time and resources to sustaining the NDC, particularly outside election periods, should not be overlooked.

He wants organiser welfare to become a consistent priority rather than an issue addressed only when elections approach.

“An organizer who gives the party his time should not be the last person the party remembers,” he stated.

Building towards the 2028 elections
With the next general elections approaching, Anthony says the party must begin strengthening its mobilisation machinery and ensuring that its grassroots members are adequately prepared for the task ahead.

He believes the upcoming national executive elections provide aspirants with an opportunity to demonstrate how their leadership can improve participation, coordination and political mobilisation at the local level.

Anthony indicated that he would outline more specific proposals on grassroots organisation and political mobilisation in the coming weeks, including how he intends to implement them if elected.

Political background and experience
Anthony has served the NDC in several capacities, including Branch Communications Officer, Constituency Executive and member of the party's National Communications Team, where he was responsible for social media communications for 8 years while the party was in opposition.

He has also served as Personal Assistant to the National Communications Officer, Lawyer Sammy Gyamfi, from 2018 to date.

Beyond politics, Anthony is a Building Engineer, farmer and philanthropist. He is also the founder of the De Mayor Foundation, a non-profit organisation established to provide humanitarian services.

His candidature is anchored on the belief that strengthening the party's grassroots structures and improving the welfare of its organisers are essential to positioning the NDC for success in 2028.