Supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have been urged to elect experienced, committed, and dedicated leaders who can help the party return to power in the 2028 general elections.
National First Vice Chairman hopeful, Richard Oti-Aboagye, said the party lost power in 2024 due to apathy, which he attributed to poor leadership and negative attitudes by some executives who led the party into the election.
He explained that some leaders failed to listen to the concerns of party supporters and did not address their grievances, leading to widespread disaffection at the grassroots level.
According to him, the anger among supporters and their sense of neglect contributed to low voter turnout for the party in the 2024 elections, resulting in its defeat.
“There is the need for practical leadership that understands the party structure, appreciates the sacrifices of members, and possesses the versatility to help reposition the party for the future,” he said.
Mr. Oti-Aboagye, who has declared his intention to contest for the position of First Vice Chairman, said he has worked for the party for many years and understands the concerns of grassroots members. He added that if given the mandate, he would address these challenges to strengthen the party ahead of the 2028 elections.
The Sweden branch chairman of the NPP noted that his experience and commitment position him well to help the party return to power.
He outlined his campaign agenda to include strengthening collaboration between national, regional, constituency, and external branches, as well as promoting internal unity and constructive engagement at all levels of the party.
He also pledged to support effective conflict resolution and reconciliation mechanisms, enhance grassroots participation, and strengthen branch structures.
Other key priorities include strategic mobilisation towards the 2028 general elections, a youth-driven and innovation-oriented approach, responsiveness to emerging political and social realities, and engagement with professionals, CSOs, students, and the diaspora.
He further said his leadership would be attractive to floating and first-time voters, while prioritising the welfare of party members.
Mr. Oti-Aboagye urged delegates to vote for him in the upcoming national executive elections, saying he is best positioned to lead the party with experience and dedication toward victory in 2028.
