Ambassador Edward Akwasi Boateng has publicly endorsed John Boadu for the position of National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). In a statement, Boateng expressed his support for Boadu, citing his experience, institutional knowledge, and temperament as key qualities that make him the best candidate for the job. Boateng, who has worked with all the candidates, believes Boadu is the leader the party needs at this critical moment.
The NPP is currently preparing for its national executive elections, scheduled to take place on October 3. The party was decisively defeated in the 2024 elections and is now focused on reuniting, rebuilding, and restoring confidence, discipline, and hope. According to Boateng, the overriding consideration for delegates must be the future of the party and its journey towards the 2028 elections.
Boateng highlighted Boadu's impressive track record, having served as National Organiser and later Acting General Secretary from 2014 to 2016. During his tenure, Boadu contributed significantly to the party's historic 2016 victory. Boateng believes Boadu's experience and knowledge of the party, from the grassroots to the national leadership, make him the ideal candidate to reconcile competing interests and traditions.
The endorsement is not about returning to the past, but rather applying the lessons of experience to renew the party, reconnect its leadership with the grassroots, rebuild trust, and forge a broad coalition required for victory in 2028. Boateng urged all candidates to rally behind Boadu after the election, as each has something valuable to offer the party.
Delegates must consider who can best work with the Flagbearer, unite the party, and prepare it for the task ahead. Boateng emphasized that Boadu's candidacy is not about nostalgia, but about leveraging his expertise to propel the party forward. He respectfully urged delegates to elect John Boadu as National Chairman.
The NPP has set up 31 voting centres to speed up the national executive elections, with 7,163 delegates expected to cast their votes. The party's External Branches have also demanded a 90-day roadmap for the implementation of the Representation of the People (Amendment) Act (ROPAA).
The election of a new National Chairman is crucial for the NPP as it seeks to regain momentum and prepare for future elections. With Boadu's extensive experience and Boateng's endorsement, the stage is set for a compelling contest. Key points to consider include:
Key points
- John Boadu's experience and institutional knowledge make him a strong candidate for NPP National Chairman.
- The NPP is focused on reuniting, rebuilding, and restoring confidence, discipline, and hope after the 2024 elections.
- The party's national executive elections are scheduled to take place on October 3, with 7,163 delegates expected to cast their votes.
