The Member of Parliament for Akrofuom , Joseph Azumah, has called on the government to consider sponsoring supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a way of recognising their role in the party’s victory in the 2024 general elections.
Mr. Azumah said many grassroots supporters played a crucial role in helping the party return to power and therefore deserve some form of appreciation.
Speaking on Adom News’ Dwaso Nsem, he argued that sponsoring some party loyalists to support the Ghana national football team abroad could serve as recognition for their commitment.
“He shouldn’t justify that we came to power through the support and efforts of other people,” he said, stressing that the sacrifices made by party supporters should not be forgotten.
According to him, political activism often requires personal sacrifices that are rarely acknowledged once elections are won.
“People worked to ensure the NDC’s victory. Being in opposition is not an easy thing,” he noted.
Mr. Azumah suggested that such opportunities could also serve as a meaningful gesture for supporters who may not have benefited from appointments or other forms of recognition after the election.
“If we couldn’t give them appointments because of certificates and qualifications, we can do this for them,” he said.
Beyond the political dimension, he also emphasised that international travel exposes people to new ideas and experiences.
“It is not just about people going to watch the football. They can learn a lot from the places they will visit,” he added.
Mr. Azumah further urged the government to prioritise the initiative and mobilise resources to make it possible.
“The government should find money by any means possible to sponsor their trip to the World Cup,” he stated.
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