Ama Pratt reaffirms her longstanding support for Vice President Professor Naana Jane
Maame Ama Pratt has reaffirmed her longstanding support for Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, stating that her commitment to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its leadership is not new.
Speaking in an interview following her appointment as Press Secretary to the Vice President, Ama Pratt dismissed claims that she had recently aligned with the party for political gain.
“For me, it’s not even about when I became NDC.
“The real question is, when did I start believing in the vision of President John Mahama and his commitment to women? That has always been there, from the very beginning,” she stated.
She revealed that her admiration for Professor Opoku-Agyemang predates her official political involvement.
“I have been her biggest admirer. Before she was even named as running mate in 2019, I interviewed her and told her publicly, ‘If you are chosen, I volunteer myself. I will work in whatever capacity you need me to.’ So, for me, this is not new,” she added.
Ama Pratt emphasised that she had actively participated in Opoku-Agyemang’s campaign and rejected suggestions that she had been neutral in the past.
“If you followed me, you would know I’ve never been neutral. I took part in her campaign. I didn’t just support her silently; I was there, working for her success,” she asserted.
She further revealed that despite being advised to maintain a neutral public stance, she made a conscious decision to stand by her convictions.
“In 2020, I was advised to stay neutral because of my media career. People told me, ‘For longevity, don’t do this,’ but I chose to stand for what I believe in. I was very clear about my support for her,” she explained.
Ama Pratt believes that her appointment is simply a continuation of a commitment she made long ago.
“It’s not enough to just celebrate having the first female Vice-President. We need to ensure that she succeeds. That means getting involved, doing the work, and making sure that this moment counts,” she declared.