Traditional leaders in the Gomoa West Constituency of the Central Region have appealed to delegates of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to elect broadcaster Godbrain Kwadwo Smart, popularly known as Captain Smart, as the party’s parliamentary candidate for the 2028 general election.
The chiefs believe Captain Smart has the vision and commitment needed to drive the development of the constituency and warned that the party risks losing the parliamentary seat if it fails to present a candidate capable of winning broad public support.
Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of an ultra-modern Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) office at Gomoa Denkyira, the Odikro of Gomoa Denkyira, Nana Kwandam, described Captain Smart as a development-oriented leader with the capacity to transform the constituency.
According to him, the proposed DVLA office, initiated by Captain Smart, will be the first in the area and is expected to improve access to DVLA services for residents across the Gomoa communities.
Nana Kwandam, speaking on behalf of the traditional leaders, urged NDC delegates to rally behind Captain Smart during the party’s parliamentary primaries, assuring him of the chiefs’ support ahead of the 2028 elections.
He noted that Gomoa West has experienced years of slow development and requires a leader with the vision and determination to address the constituency’s challenges.
Meanwhile, Captain Smart reaffirmed his commitment to transforming Gomoa West through development-focused leadership if given the opportunity to represent the NDC in the 2028 elections.
He argued that successive Members of Parliament have failed to adequately address the constituency’s developmental needs and pledged to prioritise infrastructure development, job creation and improved social services.
Captain Smart appealed to party delegates to entrust him with the mandate to lead the NDC into the 2028 parliamentary election, promising to work tirelessly to improve the living conditions of residents in Gomoa West.
