Togbe Afede won’t reject running mate position if offered by Mahama – Asogli State

The Asogli State Council has affirmed that the Agbogbomefia of Asogli, Togbe Afede XIV, expressed his readiness to accept the position of running mate if offered by the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, the council noted that the Agbogbomefia disclosed this stance during a visit from a group known as “Change Forum Makers” to discuss the matter.

The statement comes in response to recent reports linking Togbe Afede to the possibility of being John Mahama’s running mate for the 2024 Presidential election.

However, the  Asogli State Council has categorically refuted claims suggesting that Togbe Afede XIV, has mandated individuals to lobby for his selection as the running mate of John Mahama.

According to the Council, while Togbe Afede XIV would not turn down any opportunity to serve Ghana, he has not instructed any person or group to advocate for his candidacy as the running mate.

“A group of people who identified themselves as ‘Change Makers Forum’ were the latest to approach Togbe to consider joining President Mahama as his running mate for the 2024 Presidential election.

“Togbe responded that, as a patriotic citizen, he would not reject any opportunity to serve the country, but the choice of a running mate is the prerogative of the flagbearer who already knows him very well.”

The Asogli State Council therefore apologised to the chiefs, kingmakers, the people of Asogli, and all others for any shock and embarrassment they may have suffered.

“The office of the Agbogbomefia operates an open-door policy and is open to communication, feedback, and inquiries from all citizens and stakeholders. We encourage individuals or groups to reach out directly on any matters, concerns or suggestions that require attention,” it added.