The New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary aspirant for the Oforikrom Constituency, Claudia Kwarteng Lumor has lamented the financial challenges she’s been facing while campaigning for the internal elections.
During an interview on JoyNews’ PM Express, she talked about the demanding nature of her campaign, describing it as both expensive and challenging.
Mrs. Kwarteng attributed the high cost of the campaign to the large size of her constituency, which is almost 1200 delegates.
She expressed how difficult it has been to work within a constituency like that, stating that it has drained her time, resources and effort.
When pressed about the amount she has spent so far on the campaign, she candidly admitted, “I am broke right now. You don’t want to see my bank account right now.”
Despite the financial strain, she emphasized her commitment to the greater cause, stating, “But we’re doing it for Ghana; we’re doing it for the NPP, the party that I believe in.”
Mrs Lumor’s revelation sheds light on the financial hurdles faced by candidates in the pursuit of political office.
As the campaign season progresses, the financial aspect of political participation continues to be a critical factor, impacting the ability of candidates to effectively reach and connect with their constituents.