In a fervent discourse, Apostle Dr. Dirl Airl King Mashal, founder and leader of the Soldiers of Christ Prayer Group of All Churches in Kumasi’s Kronum Aboahyia, has placed the blame for the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s continuous electoral defeats firmly at the feet of the party’s National Chairman, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, and his executive team.
Dr. Mashal’s remarks come as the NDC faces a challenging path ahead of the upcoming elections, with reeling losses from previous races still fresh in the minds of party sympathizers.
The Apostle, known for his spiritual insights and prophecies, asserts that internal party dynamics, particularly surrounding the leadership of Asiedu Nketia and the overwhelming presence of former President John Dramani Mahama, have culminated in the party’s lack of electoral success.
He characterized Mahama, a figure he dubbed a “self-confessed goat,” as a significant barrier, claiming that divine intervention has halted his return to power.
“My friends, if you are looking for whom to blame for the NDC’s persistent misfortunes, look no further than your chairman and executive members,” Dr. Mashal declared. His admonitions extended to the party’s failure to recognize the potency of spiritual insights; he emphasized that previous prophecies he delivered concerning the party’s future—and Mahama’s imminent defeat—have gone unheeded.
Dr. Mashal cited a recent affirmation from God, revealed to him on December 5, concerning Mahama’s impending loss in the elections. “Despite the blessings in seats they once held, the NDC is destined for sorrow in the upcoming polls,” he proclaimed.
In his vision, attempts made by Mahama to instigate violence should he face loss would result in severe consequences, implying a divine reckoning for any disruptive behavior.
The Apostle suggested that the NDC’s downfall can be traced back to a refusal to accept God’s counsel, criticizing executives for their reliance on human reasoning over spiritual guidance.
“History repeats itself. Just as they faced defeat in 2016, the same fate looms over the 2024 elections unless there is true repentance and a change in direction,” he cautioned.
Apostle Mashal’s grim message underscores an urgent need for reflection within the NDC. He rebuked the party’s leadership for treating prophetic counsel with contempt, an attitude he believes has cemented their decline. “You have become your own enemies,” he stated, calling for a humbling acknowledgment of their reality and a newfound willingness to listen to spiritual guidance.
The NDC, once a dominating force in Ghanaian politics, is now grappling with the daunting prospect of further electoral failure. As the party approaches the elections, the insistence of spiritual leaders like Dr. Mashal on the need for introspection and redirection raises pertinent questions about the nature of political leadership in times of crisis.
With an electoral landscape that seems uncertain for the NDC, it remains to be seen whether the party will heed the warnings of apostolic voices or continue to follow a path of presumed righteousness that could lead them further into political wilderness. The road ahead for the NDC is fraught with challenges, and a change in leadership strategy may be imperative if they hope to regain their former standing in Ghana’s political sphere.
