Mahama Explains Exclusion of Haruna, Muntaka from National Campaign Team

National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer for the 2024 elections, John Dramani Mahama, has clarified the exclusion of key lawmakers Haruna Iddrisu and Muntaka Mohammed from the recently announced national campaign team.

Haruna Iddrisu, the Tamale South MP and former Minority Leader, along with Muntaka Mohammed, the Asawase MP and former Minority Chief Whip, were noticeably absent from the team.

This sparked discussions on social media following the announcement.

During a statement at the Upper East Regional NDC Fundraising Dinner on June 22, 2024, at the Akayet Hotel in Bolgatanga, Mahama addressed these concerns. According to a report by rainbowradioonline.com, he explained the rationale behind their exclusion.

“Addressing rumours that Hon. Haruna Iddrisu and Muntaka Mubarak had been sidelined from national campaign teams, he clarified that MPs typically do not serve on national campaign teams as they concentrate on their constituencies, though they may participate in regional campaigns,” the report read.