Dr Mattehew Opoku Prempeh has apologized to the nation following his comments On Dr Kwame Nkrumah and Akufo Addo Comparison and other past Presidents of Ghana.
His apology comes after public outcry and condemnation on his comments that many described as unfortunate and disrespectful not only to Dr Kwame Nkrumah but also to his own boss Former President Kuffuor.
Dr Matthew Opoku Primped following the widespread criticism from the public reiterated that his remarks were ‘only factual and courageous and that people criticised him only for being factual.
Many have earlier described the newly-chosen running mate of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as proud and disrespectful and his recent remarks according to many have corroborated such claims.
Earlier, the former Minister for Energy, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh was slammed for unsatisfactory comments about releasing Dumsor timetable when Ghanaians asked for one, he further clarified that his remarks were not disrespectful to the Ghanaian people.
Portions of Dr Mattehew Opoku Prempeh ‘s Apology
I wish to emphasise that I never meant to disrespect our former President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah or any of our former heads of state, including my own grand uncle and mentor, Mr. John Agyekum Kufuor,” portions of the statement read.
I note the concerns raised after my statement. I apologise sincerely and regret any discomfort caused. He said.