Dr. Bryan Acheampong, the Member of Parliament for Abetifi and former Minister for Food and Agriculture, has urged the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to unite for a common purpose as it prepares for the 2028 general elections. Speaking to party leaders at the NPP Constituency Chairmen Caucus Conference on Saturday, June 21, in Kumasi, Dr. Acheampong delivered a bold and unapologetic message regarding his political ambitions. “I’m not here to test the waters. I’m here for power,” he declared, prompting loud applause from the packed auditorium.
His remarks set the tone for what he described as a focused and determined campaign to lead the NPP back into government. Dr. Acheampong recounted his journey within the party, from grassroots mobilisation to serving as a Member of Parliament and Cabinet Minister. He emphasised that his years of dedication and experience had prepared him to lead the party into a new era. One chairman captured the sentiment of the gathering, saying: “This is not just about Bryan. It’s about building strength together as a party.”
Although the official race for the flagbearer position is still months away, Saturday’s event marked a clear and confident entry by Dr. Acheampong into the leadership discussion, with his central message focused on unity and a vision for victory in 2028. The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has scheduled January 31, 2026, for the selection of its flagbearer ahead of the 2028 general elections. Other candidates who have declared their intention to run for the NPP flagbearer position include former Education Minister and current Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, and former Assin Central MP, Kennedy Agyapong.
Source: Citi Newsroom
