Ghana: Former first lady Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings to run for president

Agyemang-Rawlings, 63, is a women’s rights advocate and is believed by many to have played an influential role during her husband’s rule.

A leading member of the NDC said the move, which came days after Rawlings announced he would stand by the ruling party, would have “no consequence” on Mahama’s campaign or the simultaneous legislative polls.

“I am urging our members to remain steadfast and not be rattled by this development,” Richard Quashigah said.

Political observer and pollster, Ben Ephson, said he did not expect Agyeman-Rawlings to draw enough support to threaten Mahama’s bid for re-election.

“…We don’t think the party will make any significant impact on the fortunes of the NDC this December,” he said.

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