Private Legal Practitioner and New Patriotic Party (NPP) stalwart Charles Owusu Juanah has expressed confidence that Awentami Paul Afoko can unite members of the party ahead of the 2028 elections. According to Juanah, Afoko has already started engaging with members of opposing camps within the party. This effort aims to build a united front and address divisions that have arisen due to lost key positions and disgruntled members.
Juanah, who is the National Chairman of Friends of Bawumia, noted that some NPP members have become disgruntled and behave as though the party belongs to them. This attitude has contributed to divisions within the party, creating a need for a leadership figure capable of bringing the various groups back together. Juanah believes Afoko has the necessary personality and relationships to undertake this reconciliation effort.
Afoko's engagement with rival groups demonstrates his focus on building the party rather than deepening existing divisions. Juanah said the former chairman understands that the NPP cannot successfully prepare for the next election while its members remain divided. Afoko's approach shows his understanding of leadership, which requires someone who can speak to different factions without treating political disagreements as permanent divisions.
According to Juanah, Afoko's charisma allows him to engage people who may not belong to the same camp. This enables him to bring back members who feel alienated from the party. Juanah therefore believes the former chairman can help unite disgruntled members and create a platform where they can work together.
The reconciliation effort is crucial because the NPP will need a united internal structure before it can effectively organise for the 2028 election. Juanah said Afoko's current engagement with rival camps is consistent with the former chairman's broader "Reunite, Rebuild, and Recapture" message. This message aims to bring together members and position the party for success in the next election.
Afoko has already begun talks with some members as part of the reconciliation process. These engagements demonstrate a willingness to listen to different sides and create a united front. Juanah added that Afoko had the foresight, vision, and strategy to ensure there's a united front ahead of the 2028 elections.
Lawyer Juanah's endorsement of Afoko comes as the NPP prepares for upcoming elections. The party's ability to present a united front will be crucial in its bid to secure votes in 2028. With Afoko at the helm of the reconciliation effort, Juanah is optimistic that the party can overcome its current divisions and achieve its goals.
Key points
- Paul Afoko has started engaging with opposing camps within the NPP to build a united front ahead of the 2028 elections.
- Lawyer Charles Owusu Juanah believes Afoko has the personality and relationships necessary to unite NPP members.
- The NPP's reconciliation effort is crucial for its success in the 2028 elections.
