Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and his team have centered their efforts on party unity and articulating a forward-looking vision for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), especially in strongholds like the Ashanti Region. His message has been consistent: no matter how strong an individual candidate may be, a divided party cannot win. By directly engaging party members and delegates, Bawumia has sought to consolidate support and nurture a collective sense of purpose geared toward victory in 2028.
In stark contrast, Kennedy Agyepong and his faction have adopted a more divisive posture. Instead of reinforcing unity, they have raised allegations of manipulation in the upcoming presidential primaries, scheduled for January 31, 2026. Their response has been the formation of an “Anti-Election Rigging Response Squad,” presented as a safeguard against malpractice but widely perceived as fueling suspicion and internal mistrust. Critics argue that this approach deepens divisions within the party at a time when collective strength is most needed.
It is troubling that Kennedy Agyepong’s faction appears more focused on internal battles than on defending the NPP against the National Democratic Congress (NDC), which currently holds power. While Bawumia emphasizes cohesion and preparedness for 2028, Agyepong’s tactics risk portraying the NPP as fractured and distracted. History shows that the NPP often struggles with internal strife while in opposition—an unfortunate pattern that weakens its ability to present a united front against the NDC.
Public reaction to the anti-rigging squad has been skeptical. Many commentators suggest it is less about transparency and more a preemptive excuse for possible defeat. If mismanaged, it could erode faith in the NPP’s internal democratic processes, damage its credibility, and weaken its standing with voters. Bawumia Preaches Unity, Kennedy Sows Division
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The way forward is clear. Before divisions harden, the NPP must prioritize reconciliation and shift focus from internal accusations to substantive policy critiques of the NDC. Unity and vision not suspicion and fragmentationare what will restore public confidence and position the party for victory in 2028.
Dr. Bawumia and his team must therefore stay the course, upholding the NPP’s image and resisting distractions from divisive factions. The party’s ability to navigate this period of turbulence will ultimately determine its strength, relevance, and success in the years ahead.
