The Ya-Na Abubakari Mahama II has expressed strong support for Alan Kyerematen’s independent presidential bid, telling him, “Ghanaians have endorsed your candidacy.”
Speaking to Mr Kyerematen and his entourage when they paid a courtesy call on his last week Thursday, Ya-Na, who described his guest as his “friend and son,” urged him to stay resolute in his pursuit of the presidency.
“Even if you don’t win this year, never give up, you will be president one day,” he assured him.
Ya-Na, who spoke through an Interpreter, encouraged Alan’s supporters to rally behind him with financial, psychological and moral support.
“Emphasising that Ghana’s greatest need was development, Ya-Na urged Alan Kyerematen to keep pushing till he leads the country. He presented him with a smock as a token of friendship and expressed his hope that, with Allah’s grace, Alan would one day lead the country. He also prayed for his good health and long life to carry out his vision for the nation.”
Alan Kyerematen on his part outlined his ambitious plan to transform the Northern Regions into the “food basket” of West Africa, aiming to bring economic prosperity to the area through agriculture and industrialisation.
“With my agricultural policies, there will be massive production across these regions, creating numerous job opportunities for our young people,” he said, emphasising the region’s potential as a vital contributor to Ghana’s economy.
To address unemployment in the North, Alan outlined a strategy that combines industrial expansion with agricultural development, aimed at creating stable income sources for young people.
“It’s unfortunate that many of our youth have no chance to earn a living,” he remarked, warning that the lack of jobs could become a security concern if left unaddressed.
Alan also highlighted infrastructure projects like a proposed railway from Kumasi to the North and trade expansion through Tamale international airport.
“This railway will open doors for business and trade, making Northern Ghana a hub for agricultural exports to the West African market,” he explained, adding that enhanced transport networks would ensure more efficient distribution of farm produce, locally and internationally.
Central to Alan’s agricultural plan is the provision of free, improved seed varieties and organic fertilizers to boost yields.
“If we use the right seeds and fertilizers, our farmers will see results far beyond what we achieve now,” Alan noted, aiming to remove the cost barriers preventing many farmers from accessing quality seeds.
Mechanisation is another key aspect of his vision, and he announced plans to establish the Ghana United Farmers Association to help farmers access essential machinery. He criticised current mechanisation policies, saying they limit farmers’ capacity to scale up production.
“With the right support, our farmers can transform their livelihoods and contribute significantly to our economy,” he asserted.
Alan’s job creation vision struck a chord with the Yendi community, who welcomed his approach as a solution to economic stagnation in the North. They praised his commitment to agricultural reform, recognising the job opportunities it could generate for the youth.
“With this plan, our youth will have meaningful jobs and a future in farming,” remarked a local resident.
Alan, accompanied by Alhaji Boniface Sadique Abubakar, Yaw Buaben-Asamoa, Alhaji Hindu and other senior members of the Movement, called for unity and support for his campaign. He pledged to bring lasting prosperity to Ghana’s Northern Regions.
“Together, we can build a region that not only feeds Ghana but all of West Africa,” he declared, leaving the community hopeful for a brighter future.
Since joining the Caravan Tour in the Northern Region, the euphoria and momentum surrounding Alan’s campaign have been phenomenal, energising communities across the region.
Immediately after the northern regional campaign, Alan also toured the Ahafo region.
From Murtala Mohammed, Yendi
