Mr. Johnson Asideu Nketiah who is the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has given grounds for the action by some leading members of the NDC party taking blood oaths with a sword.
From the point of view of the National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, there is little difference between the Presidential Oath of Allegiance and the recent controversial viral video that caught some NDC Executives
The video that went viral on social media shows a former NDC Director of Elections Mr. Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, and other officials swearing an oath using a sword.
In the video, a man placed a piece of fabric on the bare floor, asked for oil, and ordered that the NDC gurus step on it without their shoes while swearing the oath with a sword, which is like the mythical Excalibur sword borne by King Arthur.
During the event, they promised to be loyal and defend the NDC at all times and not vend the party for money in the upcoming elections. They continue to swear that if they go the opposite of what they are essential to do they will die with their firstborns.
The action of the leaders has given rise to a lot of conversation on social media with sections of those who play within the political space not too comfortable with the content of the video.
Due to the public viewpoint, Mr. Asiedu Nketia speaking on Neat FM said, that swearing an oath is not a crime.
“…..the oath of office taken is to ensure truthfulness and honesty in their lines of duty. Oath swearing helps to keep the Oath takers in check otherwise they suffer the consequence thereof…..if a President decides to put his life on the line in defense of the Constitution then I don’t see anything wrong done by his executives who decided to put their firstborns on the line,” he said.
When questioned about the video, Mr. Asiedu Nketia stated that the video was taken about four years ago. he added that oath swearing is a normal practice within the NDC.
‘Every elected executive within the NDC party swears an oath. Until you swear the oath, you will not be recognized as an executive,’ he added.
Watch the video below;
Source: Ghanafuo.com
