by Dennis Peprah
Sunyani, Sept. 17, GNA - Thousands of supporters and sympathisers of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Saturday defied torrential rains to exhibit their loyalty and commitment, as the Party launches its Election 2016 manifesto at the Sunyani Coronation Park.
Although President John Dramani Mahama is expected to launch the manifesto around 1400 hours, as at 0630 hours the venue has been filled to capacity.
Clad in various Party paraphernalia, the ecstatic supporters had turned the place into a street carnival, drumming and dancing amidst, heavy security presence.
Some of the supporters told the GNA in an interview that the downpour was a sign of victory for the NDC in the December 7 polls.
Meanwhile, Sunyani had turned into a commercial hub, as traders and market women occupied the shoulders of principal streets of the town selling various kinds of food.
"Sales are very good this morning and we are very optimistic that it will continue throughout the day," Madam Amina Shetu, a local porridge seller stated.
Mobile telephone credit cards and sachet water sellers are also enjoying a field day as according to them business is brisk.
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