The Agbogbomefia of the Asogli State, has stated on behalf of Togbe Afede, that the decision to appoint Togbe Afede as a running mate to John Mahama is entirely within the authority of the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).

This comes after the council revealed that a group of people who identified themselves as “Change Makers Forum” approached Togbe to consider joining President Mahama as his running mate for the 2024 Presidential election and went further to lobby on his behalf.

But the Asogli State council said Togbe Afede cannot influence Mahama to make him his running mate because "the choice of a running mate is the prerogative of the flag bearer who already knows him very well."

Meanwhile, The council, has rendered an unqualified apology to all and sundry who may have been taken by surprise and embarrassed learning of the skewed news.

“The Asogli State Council would like to apologise to the chiefs, kingmakers and the people of Asogli, and all others for any shock and embarrassment they may have suffered.

“The office of the Agbogbomefia operates an open-door policy and is open to communication, feedback, and inquiries from all citizens and stakeholders. We encourage individuals or groups to reach out directly on any matters, concerns or suggestions that require attention”, it concluded.