Video: MP Embarasses A Plus As She Refuses To Shake Hands At Public Event
A recent event in the Gomoa Central Constituency has ignited public debate after a video surfaced showing the sitting Member of Parliament (MP), Naana Eyiah Quansah, deliberately avoiding a handshake from her 2024 election opponent, Kwame A Plus. The incident, captured during a public gathering in the constituency, has since gone viral, sparking reactions from both supporters and political analysts.
In the video, Kwame A Plus, a popular musician-turned-politician, is seen graciously extending his hand to greet Madam Eyiah. However, the MP, who also serves as the Deputy Minister for Interior, visibly avoids the gesture, walking past A Plus without acknowledgment. The act, perceived as a deliberate snub, has led to widespread speculation and discussions about the underlying political tensions in the constituency.
Kwame A Plus, who is running as an independent candidate, has been vocal about his desire to unseat the incumbent MP. Madam Eyiah is contesting to retain the seat under the banner of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The handshake incident has amplified the rivalry between the two, with some political commentators suggesting it is indicative of the fierce competition expected in the 2024 elections.
Adding to the intrigue, there are growing speculations that A Plus’s decision to enter the race is strategically aimed at splitting the NPP’s votes, potentially paving the way for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) to capture the seat. Critics argue that A Plus’s independent candidacy could weaken the NPP’s stronghold in the constituency, giving the NDC a significant advantage.
Madam Eyiah’s refusal to shake hands has drawn mixed reactions from the public. Supporters of the MP argue that the snub was justified, interpreting it as a reflection of her firm stance against opponents perceived to be undermining the party. On the other hand, A Plus’s backers see the incident as evidence of the MP’s discomfort with his rising influence and popularity in the constituency.
The viral video underscores the high stakes and intensifying rivalry in the lead-up to the 2024 elections in Gomoa Central. With both candidates pulling no punches, the race is expected to be fiercely contested, and incidents like this one could play a significant role in shaping public perception and voter sentiment.
As the campaign season heats up, all eyes will be on Gomoa Central to see how this political drama unfolds and whether A Plus can make a significant impact against the incumbent, or if Madam Eyiah will maintain her hold on the seat.