NDC Greater Accra organizers condemn harassment of McDan Group

NDC Greater Accra Organizers raise red flag over targeted harassment
The Greater Accra Regional Constituency Organizers Caucus of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has spoken out against what it sees as an alarming pattern of harassment against prominent Ghanaian businesses. At a press conference held in Accra on Friday, May 9, 2025, the caucus expressed strong concerns about what it called deliberate attempts to intimidate and discredit local entrepreneurs—particularly singling out the McDan Group of Companies and its founder, Dr. Daniel McKorley.

Dr. McKorley in the crosshairs
Dr. McKorley, a respected figure in Ghana’s business landscape and founder of the logistics giant McDan Group, has recently come under public scrutiny. While the specific nature of the alleged harassment was not disclosed, the NDC organizers described it as “unnecessary investigations and public vilification” that threaten to derail his business operations and reputation.

“Dr. McKorley is a national asset who has contributed significantly to job creation and economic growth,” said Mr. Eliis Amartei, Deputy Secretary of the caucus. “The narrative being created around him is deeply troubling and must be addressed.”

A threat to the 24-Hour Economy vision
The caucus linked these developments to broader economic concerns, warning that targeting business leaders could undermine the government’s drive to establish a 24-hour economy—one of the NDC’s flagship development strategies. They emphasized that entrepreneurs like Dr. McKorley play an integral role in realizing this vision through innovation, investment, and job creation.

“These entrepreneurs are critical partners in our public-private development agenda,” Mr. Amartei said. “Stifling their efforts works directly against our national interests.”

Call for presidential intervention
In a direct appeal to the highest office of the land, the organizers called on President John Dramani Mahama and his administration to step in. They accused certain government officials and state agencies of misusing their power to pursue “personal vendettas,” a situation they believe could create a chilling effect on local enterprise.

“The abuse of power must stop,” said Mr. Amartei. “We urge the President to ensure fairness and to shield our local entrepreneurs from acts that threaten their integrity and their businesses.”

A broader concern for business freedom
The NDC Greater Accra Organizers Caucus concluded their remarks with a broader message of support for Ghanaian businesses, cautioning against an environment where political and bureaucratic pressures threaten private enterprise. They reiterated the need for collaboration—not confrontation—between the state and the private sector.

Source: Osman Issah Abadoo