The Central Regional Chairman of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Professor Richard Kofi Asiedu, has openly expressed deep frustration and disappointment with his own party leadership, threatening to resign if certain internal issues are not resolved.

In an explosive interview on Rich FM, Prof. Asiedu aired his grievances, breaking party ranks to publicly criticize the conduct of some national and regional executives. According to him, he has been betrayed and sidelined in critical decisions, particularly in the selection and appointment of Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs).

“I have been stabbed in the back,” the visibly upset regional chairman said. “Some of the appointments were done without my involvement, and because of that, I deliberately distanced myself from the MMDCE selection processes. I wasn’t interested anymore.”

Prof. Asiedu warned that the authority of a regional chairman must not be undermined. He insisted that Members of Parliament (MPs) have no business interfering in appointment matters that constitutionally and strategically fall under the purview of the regional party leadership.

“They should listen to me carefully. The party at the regional level is in the hands of the chairman. The MP has no role in appointments such as MCE or DCE. That is the job of the regional chairman,” he stressed.

The embattled chairman did not mince words when he declared that he would oppose certain appointments he finds unmerited and may step down from his position if the party leadership continues to ignore his concerns.

“If the party doesn’t listen to me, I will resign. I’m very serious,” he warned, adding that some individuals within the party are working to disrupt the established systems and undermine his authority.

Prof. Asiedu also questioned the maturity and competence of some of the potential appointees being considered for public office, suggesting that they do not deserve such responsibilities.

“Some of these appointees lack the maturity. If I decide to strike, the party will not have peace. I am the chairman until next year December, and I can do a lot to ensure that those who disrespect the system do not have their way,” he said.

He further stated that despite the poor treatment he has received from some party members, he has often chosen to remain silent to avoid further division. However, he cautioned that his silence should not be mistaken for weakness.

“For me, some party heads and members in the region have not treated me well, but I know what I’m doing. Sometimes I just keep quiet and watch them,” he said.