Akufo-Addo vows to woo support of Volta Region

Despite failing to meet the partys projected vote target in the Volta Region in the just ended general elections, President-elect Nana Akufo-Addo has vowed to woo the support of residence in the region to the side of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

According to the Electoral Commission, he had 53.8 percent of the vote cast while Mahama has 44.4 percent of the vote cast.

Following his victory, Akufo-Addo on Saturday addressed the Volta Regional House of Chiefs to thank them for their support.

He said: “I wish to thank the Chiefs and people of the Volta Region for their support and help in the election.

"Admittedly the results from this region fell short of the expectations of my party. But we have certainly done far better than we did in the last election."

He continued: “I recall the statement made by you Togbe Afede during my last visit. You said the Volta Region was not loyal housewife waiting for her husband who only came home only when he was hungry.READ MORE: NPP will fulfill promises - president-elect Akufo Addo

“You said the Volta Region was a beautiful bride awaiting an appropriate suitor. The NPP has taken you at your word and we will continue to woo the Volta Region until we marry the bride."

Akufo-Addo also promised to fulfill all his electoral promises to the region. He, therefore, call for their support and prayers.