The visit comes in the aftermath of the party’s presidential primaries, which concluded with a decisive outcome favoring Dr. Bawumia.

During discussions, the two leaders focused on strategies to strengthen internal party cohesion and the importance of leveraging lessons from past electoral successes. The engagement highlighted the role of elder statesmen in ensuring continuity and unity within the party.

Dr. Bawumia expressed gratitude to Akufo-Addo for his continued support and counsel, acknowledging his encouragement following his nomination as the party’s flagbearer.

He also reaffirmed his commitment to leading a united and stronger NPP ahead of the 2028 general elections.

On the same day, Dr. Bawumia visited former President John Agyekum Kufuor at his Peduase residence.

Both former presidents emphasized the need for reconciliation, unity, and focus on electoral victory, reflecting a shared vision for party cohesion and strategic preparedness.

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During an interview on Nhyira FM’s breakfast show Kuro Yi Mu Nsem with Barima Kofi Dawson, the lawmaker attributed the drop in votes to the intensified competition.

“Bawumia’s votes in the flagbearer race slipped from 61.4% in 2023 to 56.47% in 2026, and I am not surprised because it is a sign of how tough and competitive the contest was,” he said.

He described the NPP’s 2026 presidential contest as the most fiercely contested primary in Ghana’s Fourth Republic history, unmatched by any other party’s internal elections.

Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah urged the party members to take pride in the outcome of the primary, noting it has thrown up three strong frontrunners with solid ideas and job-creation plans that can be leveraged for the 2028 general elections.

“Every NPP member should be proud of how the presidential primary played out. Of course, there were some heated words thrown around during the campaign, but that is expected in every political contest. We will definitely learn from it and tighten things up moving forward.

“We have got three strong frontrunners: Dr. Bawumia with very rich ideas, together with Kennedy Agyapong and Bryan Acheampong with a job creation mindset. If we package all that, we have got a winning narrative to take to the Ghanaian people ahead of the 2028 general election,” he stated.

When asked if Dr. Bawumia is the Ghanaian electorate’s top pick, he pointed out that it was Ghanaians themselves who were urging party delegates to choose him as their flagbearer.

“Before the primary, Ghanaians in marketplaces, on radio, and everywhere were saying they will only vote for NPP in 2028 if Bawumia leads the ticket. They emphasized their decision to opt out of the 2024 election had nothing to do with Bawumia being the flagbearer.”

Nana Agyei also pointed out that the party’s base is gaining steam, “things are looking up, and they are feeling more energized”.

Comparing Bawumia’s chances against any candidate the NDC puts up in 2028, he noted that historically, the ruling party normally struggled to secure a second term.

“Ghana’s trend since 1992 shows incumbent governments struggle to secure a second term; it nearly lost it, so the ruling party needs to gear up ahead of 2028,” he noted.

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Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr Opare-Ansah said the immediate focus for the party should be rebuilding after a bruising political season, not ticket balancing.

“It is way too early to have conversations about a running mate. Our biggest challenge now is to reorganise. We must be patient,” he stated.

He emphasized that any decision on a vice-presidential candidate must be strategic, taking into account the political environment at the time, including the identity and strength of the opposition’s flagbearer.

“We do not even know who the NDC will bring. In choosing a running mate, it is a strategic move. Depending on their candidate, you need to choose from a prime area, otherwise it can affect you,” he explained.

Mr Opare-Ansah also noted that history shows running mates are usually selected much closer to elections, citing former President John Dramani Mahama’s timeline as an example.

“Mahama was elected candidate in May 2023, but he chose his running mate in 2024. Mostly, we elect the running mate in the election year. So nobody should stampede Dr Bawumia and the party into choosing now,” he said.

Beyond ticket considerations, the campaign manager admitted the NPP faces deeper internal challenges that require urgent attention. He observed that the party’s public image has suffered and needs careful repair before any major electoral calculations are made.

“The party is not in good shape. We must put our house in order. Our public image has been eroded. The Danquah–Busia–Kufuor NPP is not the same, and there is a lot that is not going well,” Mr Opare-Ansah remarked.

He stressed that reconciliation and restructuring should take precedence over political speculation.

“We must reconcile and restructure the party to a better position because we need everyone on board. If we rush decisions, it will not be in our interest,” he added.

He therefore appealed to party communicators and supporters to avoid fuelling early debates about Dr Bawumia’s running mate and instead focus on unity, discipline, and renewal ahead of the next electoral cycle.

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Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem after Dr. Bawumia’s decisive win, Opare-Ansah said the campaign team took prophetic declarations seriously, using them to guide prayer, reflection, and strategic planning.

“The Bawumia camp believes in the word of God. We listen when God speaks through men,” he said.

He explained that forewarnings and prophecies are meant for reflection and guidance rather than ridicule.

“When you start a journey and there are forewarnings, you need to go before God, seek His face, pray for forgiveness, and ask for guidance on the way forward to avert any calamity—then you work hard too,” he said.

Opare-Ansah cited prophecies about Kennedy Agyapong during the campaign, noting that the team approached them in good faith.

“So the prophecies that came for Kennedy Agyapong helped us to unlock the mystery,” he said.

He warned against ridiculing prophets, referencing Galatians 6:7.

“Yesterday someone wanted to bring up Prophet El-Bernard’s issue, but I cautioned the person about what the Bible tells us about mocking His prophets—it has dire implications,” Opare-Ansah stated.

Prophet Bernard ElBernard Nelson-Eshun, founder of Spiritlife Revival Ministries, had publicly predicted Kennedy Agyapong’s victory. Opare-Ansah noted, “Whatever El-Bernard saw, I believe he was doing the work of God. He believed in it and made it public. It was up to us to pray and seek God to overturn it.”

He added that biblical examples guide believers on responding to prophecy, citing Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane and the Israelites seeking God before battle.

“Everything that came from men of God, we listened to and acted upon in good faith. But the hand of God was also at work,” Opare-Ansah said.

Prophet ElBernard later publicly apologized for the prophecy that did not materialize, saying: “That word did not come to pass. I missed it. I was wrong, I am deeply sorry, and I ask for your forgiveness.”

He announced a temporary break from public preaching to focus on prayer, study, and spiritual reflection, ensuring accountability in how prophetic messages are shared.

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Speaking at the party’s headquarters in Accra following his official declaration on Saturday, January 31, Dr Bawumia urged supporters and party faithful to put aside any reservations and collaborate, emphasising that unity is essential to preserving the party’s values and shaping its future.

“Let go whatever reservations they have and come together. We need every idea, every voice and every piece of advice to help us preserve and project a proud tradition bequeath to us by our forebears,” he said.

He reminded members that internal contests and disagreements are a familiar feature of Ghanaian politics, noting that the NPP has navigated similar moments in the past and emerged stronger each time.

“United we stand and divided we fall. Let me remind you, dear party members, that whatever we’ve gone through during the past few months is not new in the politics of Ghana. We have been through this on a number of occasions and on each of them we have shown that we have the resilience and fortitude to overcome and even emerge stronger, and herein lies the opportunity,” he added.

Dr Bawumia won the NPP flagbearer race decisively, polling 110,643 votes, representing 56.48 percent, and positioning himself to lead the party into the next general elections.

His closest rival, Kennedy Agyapong, came second with 46,554 votes (23.76%), followed by Dr Bryan Acheampong with 36,303 votes (18.53%). Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum placed fourth with 1,999 votes (1.02%), and Kwabena Agyei Agyepong came fifth with 402 votes (0.21%).

Dr Acheampong made the concession in a telephone conversation with Dr Bawumia shortly after voting ended nationwide. During the call, he acknowledged the outcome of the contest and described the process as a victory for the party’s democratic culture.

“I just called to congratulate you for a very good elections, you have done well. I think this is a God factor, so let’s keep it like that. Big brother, congratulations, democracy has won. Internal elections has won,” Dr Acheampong said.

The Abetifi Member of Parliament was one of five contenders seeking the endorsement of 211,849 delegates in the closely contested primary. Following the outcome, he signalled his readiness to close his campaign and rally behind the presumptive winner.

He indicated that he would formally meet Dr Bawumia during the official declaration to resolve outstanding campaign matters and demonstrate unity within the party.

Dr Acheampong’s early concession mirrors similar gestures by other contenders as constituency results from across the country showed Dr Bawumia building a commanding lead.

Political observers say the move is expected to reduce post-primary tension and help the party consolidate as it prepares for the next phase of its electoral strategy.

The NPP presidential primary featured Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, Kwabena Agyei Agyapong and Dr Bryan Acheampong, and was conducted nationwide using internal party registers rather than biometric verification devices.

By publicly congratulating Dr Bawumia and committing to meet him at the official declaration, Dr Acheampong reinforced calls for cohesion as the NPP shifts focus from internal competition to broader national political preparations.

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Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, the MP acknowledged that some constituents and party members are unhappy with her stance but said leadership is not about pleasing everyone.

“I am aware that some people are disappointed and not happy I support Bawumia. But like the Bible says, ‘Woe unto you, when all men shall speak well of you,’” she stated.

Reflecting on her own political journey, Madam Asiedu noted that disagreement is a normal part of politics and should not be mistaken for personal animosity.

“When I was contesting the parliamentary primaries, not everybody supported me, so it is normal. Every politician knows who voted for him or her and those who didn’t,” she said.

She revealed that in the Ayensuano contest, she secured 420 votes out of about 669 delegates, giving her insight into both her supporters and critics. “I know most of the over 200 who didn’t vote for me.

Some are those who are disappointed, and a few are even people who voted for me,” she added.

Madam Asiedu emphasized that political behaviour is often shaped by interests and expectations rather than personal animosity. “Politics is about interest. People will go where they think they will benefit when resources are being distributed,” she explained.

Despite the criticisms, the MP stressed that her relationship with constituents and party members remains strong. “I won’t say they are disappointed because they still love me as a person and I have a cordial relationship with them. Clearly, if I should contest another primary, they will vote for me,” she said.

Her comments come as the January 31 internal contest intensifies, with party figures publicly declaring support for preferred candidates ahead of the next phase of the NPP’s reorganisation toward the 2028 general elections.

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Speaking on Adom TV’s Badwam, Mr Awuku said the former Vice President is unhappy with recent developments surrounding the conduct of the primaries, particularly the removal of proxy voting, which he believes undermines fairness and inclusiveness in the internal contest.

“Dr Bawumia is not happy, especially with the elimination of proxy voting from the presidential primaries,” he said, adding that the decision risks locking out qualified delegates who cannot physically return to Ghana to vote.

According to him, proxy voting has long been part of the NPP’s internal electoral processes and should not have been scrapped without viable alternatives.

“I think the enfranchisement of proxy voters was not a wrong decision. There has always been proxy voting in our elections. Hundreds of qualified NPP voters will be disenfranchised if they are unable to travel to Ghana to vote,” Mr Awuku stated.

He argued that the Presidential Election Committee could have explored other mechanisms instead of abolishing the system entirely, including electronic or virtual voting options, especially since all aspirants have representatives within the party’s branches abroad.

“The committee could have put in place measures. It could have been electronic or virtual, because all the aspirants have representatives in our branches abroad,” he noted.

Mr Awuku warned that the implications of the decision could negatively affect party unity, stressing that the eventual flagbearer would be forced to repair internal divisions created by perceptions of exclusion.

“The danger is that the elected flagbearer will have to go back and repair the damage,” he cautioned.

Questioning the rationale behind the decision, he also challenged how the committee determines the voting choices of proxy voters in the first place.

“How is the Presidential Election Committee able to know who a proxy voter votes for or doesn’t vote for?” he queried.

Mr Awuku insisted that the move disproportionately affects Dr Bawumia, noting that the former Vice President enjoys significant support among the party’s diaspora branches.

“The development has disenfranchised hundreds of Bawumia supporters in the diaspora because we believe we are very popular with NPP branches abroad. We won the diaspora vote the last time in 2023,” he said.

He suggested the decision creates an uneven playing field, describing it as an obstacle placed in Dr Bawumia’s path.

“So it appears there is a deliberate impediment being placed between Dr Bawumia and winning the race,” he added.

The NPP is scheduled to hold its presidential primaries on January 31, 2026, to elect a flagbearer for the 2028 general elections. Party leaders have repeatedly called for unity and discipline as the contest approaches.

An estimated 211,849 delegates are expected to vote at 333 centres nationwide.

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Speaking on Nhyira FM’s Kuro Yi Mu Nsem, Mr. Amankwah stated that the party needs a bold, decisive leader rather than a repeat of the same strategy that failed in 2024.

“There is a short route back to power, yet we are being pushed to take the long road. Presenting Bawumia again could mean another defeat,” he cautioned.

He expressed concern over senior officials from former President Akufo‑Addo’s administration publicly endorsing Bawumia despite the NPP’s heavy loss in the 2024 elections.

He said the atmosphere within the party feels increasingly hostile to dissenting voices.

“When you listen to the Bawumia camp, it almost sounds as though anyone who dares to contest their candidate has committed an offense simply for standing in the way,” he remarked.

Mr. Amankwah has officially thrown his weight behind Kennedy Agyapong to lead the party as flagbearer for the 2028 general election.

He argued that Kennedy Agyapong is the only candidate among the five aspirants who is capable of steering the NPP back to power.

“Let me be frank: Kennedy Agyapong is the only candidate who can bring us back,” Amankwah said. “Everywhere I go—especially among the youth—his name keeps coming up. The energy around him is palpable, and it’s clear the grassroots are rallying behind his vision.”

Amankwah emphasized that the calls for Agyapong are not coming from party elites alone but from ordinary Ghanaians who are eager for a fresh direction.

He urged party leaders to listen to the electorate.

“It is Ghanaians who are calling for Kennedy Agyapong, and they will ultimately decide in the general election. Why should we reject him and pick a candidate who could keep us in opposition for years?” he quizzed.

He concluded by urging party delegates to consider the grassroots sentiment and choose a candidate who can reignite the NPP’s base and win back the trust of voters across the country.

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During recent engagements with party members in the Ashanti Region, the former Manhyia South MP encouraged delegates to remain united and resolute in their backing of the former Vice President, whom he said embodies the party’s vision for progress and renewal.

“I urge all members and delegates to stand firmly behind Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia to lead our great tradition into the next chapter of progress and service,” he stated.

Dr. Opoku Prempeh further emphasized the importance of solidarity as the party prepares for its January presidential primaries, stressing that internal cohesion is vital to reclaiming national leadership.

“When we rally behind the elephant with unity of purpose, there are no limits to the victories we can achieve together,” he added.

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Ahead of the January 31, 2026, Dr. Bawumia has began a four-day campaign tour in the Western Region, visiting the Amenfi East, Amenfi West, and Amenfi Central Constituencies.

Addressing party faithful in Amenfi West, Dr. Bawumia emphasized that his record in public service demonstrates his commitment to integrity, efficiency, and the prudent use of national resources.

Dr. Bawumia recalled that when the Mobile Money Interoperability project was first initiated, the NDC had proposed a contract worth 1.2 billion dollars but he cancelled that deal and instead completed the entire project for just 4.5 million dollars — not even up to 5 million.

This initiative, he touted has greatly benefited Ghanaians and created thousands of jobs.

Dr. Bawumia said his satisfaction comes from seeing how the initiatives have positively impacted lives across the country.

The former Vice President urged delegates in Amenfi West and across Ghana to support his bid to lead the NPP in 2028.

Source: Ernest Akowuah TwumFormer Vice President and flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has reiterated that his motivation for entering politics is rooted in service to the people, not personal enrichment.

Ahead of the January 31, 2026, Dr. Bawumia has began a four-day campaign tour in the Western Region, visiting the Amenfi East, Amenfi West, and Amenfi Central Constituencies.

Addressing party faithful in Amenfi West, Dr. Bawumia emphasized that his record in public service demonstrates his commitment to integrity, efficiency, and the prudent use of national resources.

Dr. Bawumia recalled that when the Mobile Money Interoperability project was first initiated, the NDC had proposed a contract worth 1.2 billion dollars but he cancelled that deal and instead completed the entire project for just 4.5 million dollars — not even up to 5 million.

This initiative, he touted has greatly benefited Ghanaians and created thousands of jobs.

Dr. Bawumia said his satisfaction comes from seeing how the initiatives have positively impacted lives across the country.

The former Vice President urged delegates in Amenfi West and across Ghana to support his bid to lead the NPP in 2028.

Source: Ernest Akowuah Twum

According to him, private investment will play a key role in addressing Ghana’s road infrastructure challenges while government focuses on community linkages through feeder and inter-town roads.

He also underscored his commitment to grassroots participation in governance, promising to empower local communities and ensure their priorities influence national decision-making.

Presenting himself as a unifier, Dr. Bawumia once again assured party members of his intention to bridge internal divisions within the NPP. He maintained that party unity will be vital to securing a decisive victory in the 2028 general elections.

His visit to the Ahafo Region marks the third leg of his nationwide campaign to consolidate support across the party’s base as he seeks to lead the NPP into the next election.

Source: Ernest Akowuah Twum

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Addressing delegates during Dr. Bawumia’s tour of the Bono East Region, Mr. Mensah Korsah said the NPP cannot afford to gamble with its choice of flagbearer at a time when the party is determined to return to power.

“If we want to experiment, then we can choose someone else, but we cannot afford to miss the opportunity to win in 2028,” he said. “If you take out President Mahama, the next most popular politician in Ghana is Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.”

The Techiman South MP argued that the former Vice President is already well-known and widely accepted across the country, making him the most marketable option for the NPP.

“Since we began this tour, I have seen at least five billboards of Dr. Bawumia in every town. He has already been marketed. Why should we overlook that, especially when we are in opposition and may face financial constraints?” he asked.

Mr. Mensah Korsah emphasized that the choice of flagbearer should be based on who can win the national election, not who has served longest in the party.

“The 2028 election is not about longevity but about who can win,” he stressed, urging delegates in Techiman North to deliver an even stronger endorsement than Techiman South, which gave Dr. Bawumia his highest vote share in the 2023 primaries.

He concluded by appealing to delegates to “vote massively” for Dr. Bawumia to ensure the NPP remains competitive going into the 2028 polls.

Source: Ernest Akowuah Gyamerah Twum

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Speaking on Dwaso Nsem on Adom FM, the former Information Minister said the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is in a phase of rebuilding following its defeat in the 2024 general elections.

He noted that several measures are being put in place to strengthen the party’s structures ahead of the next polls.

“As a party, we have reviewed our constitution, and at the moment, we do not have a leader. Preparations are therefore underway for our presidential primaries,” he explained.

Mr. Oppong Nkrumah observed that with five aspirants in the race, members are assessing who has the strongest appeal to secure victory in the next elections.

On the endorsement of Dr. Bawumia, he clarified that the 15 Eastern Region MPs form part of about 60 parliamentarians nationwide who have already declared support for him.

He added that their participation in the Vice President’s campaign launch in the region was to help engage constituents and enhance his visibility.

“There is nothing strange about it. We are in the process of reorganising and selecting a flagbearer who can help us win back power, and many of us believe Dr. Bawumia has that capacity,” Mr. Oppong Nkrumah stressed.

Source: Gertrude Otchere

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