I will contest and I will win — Captain Smart throws his hat into the NDC ring | Discuss Ghana

The political rumors are officially over, and the master of the airwaves is getting ready to test his strength on the ballot paper. Outspoken broadcast journalist Blessed Godsbrain Smart, widely known as Captain Smart, has boldly announced that he will contest the National Democratic Congress (NDC) primaries and is absolute in his conviction that he will secure a resounding victory.

Known for his highly expressive, no-nonsense hosting on Media General’s Onua Maakye, Captain Smart has spent decades pointing fingers at politicians from the sidelines. Now, the veteran broadcaster is taking a massive leap from analyzing the news to actively making it.

Why Captain Smart is confident of a win

While some critics view his transition from the press box to active party politics as a massive gamble, Smart insists his deep, grassroots connection makes him a formidable contender:

Unmatched Public Platform: For years, Captain Smart has built a massive, loyal following among ordinary Ghanaians by championing social justice and holding public officers to account. He believes this immense goodwill will translate directly into delegate votes.

No Stranger to Party Structures: Despite his neutral journalist persona, Smart has always maintained close ties with political actors across the divide. He asserts that he has quietly built the necessary underground network within the NDC to mount a winning campaign.

"Tired of just talking": Addressing his supporters, the broadcaster explained that his decision to enter the race stems from a desire to move beyond verbal advocacy. "You can sit on radio and talk forever, but if you want to fix the system, you must have the courage to step onto the pitch," he declared.