Kojo Bamba, popularly known as Kwadwo Fosu Boadu, has been elected as the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) First Vice Chairman. He secured 3,116 votes to emerge first among 13 candidates contesting the three Vice Chairmanship positions at the NPP's National Delegates Conference in Kumasi on October 3. Bamba's election marks a significant milestone in his political journey, which began at the grassroots level. He rose to prominence as the leader of Delta Force, a pro-NPP vigilante group in the Ashanti Region.
Bamba says his new position is not about personal advancement but about representing the aspirations of Ghana's youth. In a Facebook post after his election, he stated that he does not consider himself superior to the other contenders, describing his role as one of service to young people and the wider party. Bamba's ambition extends beyond personal success, focusing on creating opportunities for the next generation. He believes that the NPP's return to power in 2028 is crucial for young people whose aspirations depend on improved opportunities.
Bamba's political journey began as an auto mechanic before leading Delta Force, a group that gained notoriety in the Ashanti Region after the NPP's 2016 electoral victory. In 2018, he was appointed Deputy National Director of Operations of the NPP's youth wing, marking his transition into the party's formal structures. During his campaign for the First Vice Chairmanship, Bamba emphasized grassroots mobilisation and the welfare of constituency executives, describing them as the party's frontline workers.
Bamba will serve alongside newly elected National Chairman John Boadu, Second Vice Chairman Henry Nana Boakye, and Third Vice Chairman Nana Akomea. His election places him among the NPP's national leadership as the party prepares for the 2028 general election. Bamba's focus on youth aspirations and grassroots mobilisation is expected to shape the party's strategy in the coming years.
The NPP's return to power in 2028 is a key priority for Bamba, who believes that the party's success is crucial for the country's youth. He stated that many destinies risk remaining in the shadows if the NPP fails to restore power in 2028. Bamba's message ended with a renewed commitment to progress, emphasizing that the NPP must rise again in 2028, not just for political power but for the countless dreams and destinies that depend on a brighter future.
Bamba's election has garnered reactions from various stakeholders, including congratulations from Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia. Bawumia pledged his support for the new NPP executives ahead of the 2028 general election. The NPP's youth wing is expected to play a crucial role in the party's campaign strategy, with Bamba's leadership expected to drive grassroots mobilisation and youth engagement.
As the NPP prepares for the 2028 general election, Bamba's focus on youth aspirations and grassroots mobilisation is expected to shape the party's strategy. His election marks a significant milestone in his political journey, and his leadership is expected to drive the party's success in the coming years. The NPP's national leadership is expected to work together to achieve the party's goals, with Bamba playing a key role in driving the party's youth agenda.
Key points
- Kojo Bamba was elected as the NPP's First Vice Chairman with 3,116 votes.
- Bamba's focus is on representing the aspirations of Ghana's youth and creating opportunities for the next generation.
- The NPP's return to power in 2028 is a key priority for Bamba, who believes that the party's success is crucial for the country's youth.
