Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of Ghana's New Patriotic Party (NPP), has urged party members to remain vigilant and focused as the party prepares for the 2028 general election. Addressing party members and aspirants following the NPP's national executive elections, Dr. Bawumia emphasized that victory in the next election will require sustained effort, unity, and stronger organisation. He stressed that the party must recognise the scale of the task ahead and begin working towards the next election with determination.
The NPP national executive elections have concluded, with key positions filled by new executives. Kojo Bamba, Henry Nana Boakye, and Nana Akomea were elected as Vice Chairmen, while Hawa Koomson took the position of National Women's Organiser. Titus Glover won the National Organiser race on his second attempt. Dr. Bawumia encouraged the newly elected executives and other aspirants to combine their strengths and work together to improve the party's structures. He also assured unsuccessful aspirants that they would have roles to play in the party's preparations for 2028.
The former Vice President's message comes amid calls by the party's new National Chairman, John Boadu, for unity following the elections. Mr. Boadu has urged members to choose unity over division and described the new mandate as a responsibility that requires the party's collective effort. Dr. Bawumia echoed this sentiment, stating that the NPP would need to move beyond the competition that characterised the national executive elections and concentrate on strengthening its organisation and reconnecting with its wider membership.
With a new national executive now in place, the party is expected to begin the next phase of its internal organisation and preparations for the 2028 election. Dr. Bawumia's warning emphasises sustained mobilisation and hard work as the NPP seeks to build towards the next national contest. The party's goal is to present a united front and improve its structures to increase its chances of winning the 2028 election.
The NPP's internal elections saw a significant level of competition, with several high-profile aspirants vying for key positions. Despite the competitive nature of the elections, Dr. Bawumia has urged party members to put aside their differences and work towards a common goal. He emphasized that every member has a role to play in the work ahead and that the party must draw on the experience and ideas of everyone who participated in the internal contest.
The party's new National Chairman, John Boadu, has unveiled a new strategy aimed at winning back the youth and modernising the party. As part of this strategy, Mr. Boadu has begun rebuilding the party from the grassroots ahead of the 2028 election. Dr. Bawumia's call for sustained effort and unity is seen as a crucial component of this strategy, as the party seeks to regain momentum and increase its appeal to voters.
As the NPP begins its preparations for the 2028 election, Dr. Bawumia's message serves as a reminder of the challenges ahead. With a renewed focus on unity and mobilisation, the party is expected to embark on a rigorous campaign to win over voters. Key to this effort will be the party's ability to present a united front and harness the energy and ideas of its members.
Key points
- Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia warns NPP against complacency in 2028 election bid.
- Party must work harder and remain united to achieve victory.
- NPP's new national executive begins preparations for 2028 election.
