Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, former Vice President and a flagbearer aspirant for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called on party members to put Ghana’s national interest ahead of internal differences as the NPP prepares to select its 2028 presidential candidate. In his New Year’s message to the ruling party, Dr Bawumia emphasised that the party’s primary goal should be winning the 2028 elections, insisting that the stakes surpass personal ambitions and internal contests. He encouraged members to stay united and not be distracted by rumours or perceived divisions within the party.
“To every NPP member listening, let us stay focused on our ultimate goal. We must secure victory in 2028 for Ghana’s future,” he stated. The former Vice President cautioned that allowing internal tensions to escalate could weaken the party’s chances of regaining power, noting that disunity only serves the interests of political opponents. He therefore called on party members to consciously set aside actions and rhetoric that could further fracture the NPP.
Dr Bawumia also emphasised that the ongoing flagbearership contest should be driven by ideas, vision and policy direction rather than personal attacks, warning that negative campaigning within the party provides ammunition to opponents ahead of the 2028 polls. According to him, a disciplined and issue-based contest would not only strengthen internal cohesion but also enhance the party’s appeal to the Ghanaian electorate as it positions itself for a return to government.
“We must not allow ourselves to be distracted by external turmoil, rumours, or any perceived divisions. Let us put aside anything that could further divide our party. This contest for flagbearer should focus solely on ideas and vision, not personal attacks. Engaging in such divisive acts only gives our opponents an advantage,” he emphasized.
The NPP is scheduled to elect its flagbearer on January 31, marking the official beginning of the party’s preparations for the 2028 general elections. This comes in the wake of recent constitutional reforms designed to expand participation in the selection process.
Source: Isaac Appiah-Kubi
