The Member of Parliament for Ayensuano, Ida Adwoa Asiedu, has insisted she is unfazed by criticism over her open support for former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential race, noting that political choices naturally attract mixed reactions.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, the MP acknowledged that some constituents and party members are unhappy with her stance but said leadership is not about pleasing everyone.
“I am aware that some people are disappointed and not happy I support Bawumia. But like the Bible says, ‘Woe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you,’” she stated.
Reflecting on her own political journey, Madam Asiedu noted that disagreement is a normal part of politics and should not be mistaken for personal animosity.
“When I was contesting the parliamentary primaries, not everybody supported me, so it is normal. Every politician knows who voted for him or her and those who didn’t,” she said.
She revealed that in the Ayensuano contest, she secured 420 votes out of about 669 delegates, giving her insight into both her supporters and critics. “I know most of the over 200 who didn’t vote for me.
Some are those who are disappointed, and a few are even people who voted for me,” she added.
Madam Asiedu emphasized that political behaviour is often shaped by interests and expectations rather than personal animosity. “Politics is about interest. People will go where they think they will benefit when resources are being distributed,” she explained.
Despite the criticisms, the MP stressed that her relationship with constituents and party members remains strong. “I won’t say they are disappointed because they still love me as a person and I have a cordial relationship with them. Clearly, if I should contest another primary, they will vote for me,” she said.
Her comments come as the January 31 internal contest intensifies, with party figures publicly declaring support for preferred candidates ahead of the next phase of the NPP’s reorganisation toward the 2028 general elections.
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