The National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has departed the country for India.

A statement released by the NDC's Director of Communications, Kakra Essamuah, on Wednesday, confirmed his trip.

The statement mentioned that General Mosquito, as he is commonly referred to, will be in India for a duration of six days.

However, the purpose of his visit was not disclosed.

During Asiedu Nketia's absence, Vice Chairman Abanga Yakubu Alhassan will be responsible for overseeing the party's affairs.