Mahama says it is premature to declare intention to run for president

President John Mahama has said it is premature for him to declare his intention

He made the comments after all 10 regional chairmen of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) endorsed him, ahead of other candidates, for the party’s presidential slot.

The endorsement has heightened division in the party with some activists calling for the regional chairmen to be fired for anti-party activities.

A statement signed by his Special Aide, Joyce Mogtari Bawa, reiterated the former President’s speech at Cape Coast during the NDC’s unity walk, where said it was premature for him to declare his 2020 ambition.

“On the issue of considering the request of party colleagues and supporters to lead the NDC to the 2020 Elections, HE John Mahama’s position, as stated in Cape Coast, remains that it will be premature to announce his decision whether or not to contest, in view of the ongoing reorganization efforts of the Party,” the statement said.

It continued: “HE Mahama, during the meeting also stressed the need for the leadership of the Party across the structures-Branch, Constituency, Regional and National-to work towards educating supporters on the ongoing Branch reorganization activities and use the opportunity to build up the support base of the Party in the communities.

“The former president further repeated his earlier call on all members of the NDC to focus on the ongoing restructuring and reorganization exercise while pledging his commitment and support for the process and the Party.

“He also advised leadership of the party to continue to work towards establishing a level playing field during the upcoming internal party elections