A video circulating on social media shows John Dumelo, the Parliamentary candidate for Ayawaso West Wuogon, expressing his frustration over the absence of Lydia Alhassan, the current MP, at a recent community engagement event. The event, organized by TV3, was meant to facilitate a live interaction between the MP and her constituents, offering a platform for direct dialogue on issues affecting the community.
However, Lydia Alhassan was noticeably absent from the event, which led to visible frustration from Dumelo. In the video, he criticizes her for frequently skipping such important gatherings.
“Lydia Alhassan is always running away from community engagements. How can we move forward without her presence?” Dumelo questioned.
The incident has triggered a flurry of reactions on social media, with many users weighing in on the situation. Some have expressed support for Dumelo’s stance, while others have offered differing views on the MP’s absence.
The video has renewed discussions on the importance of elected officials being present and accountable to their constituents, especially in public forums intended for community engagement.
Watch video below:
Lydia Alhassan is always running away from as she does from community engagements – @johndumelo, NDC parliamentary candidate for Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency#TV3NewDay #ConstituencyManifestopic.twitter.com/t5U9fGr5MD
— #TV3GH (@tv3_ghana) August 28, 2024
