Paul Afoko, a distinguished member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and former National Chairman, has announced his intention to contest for the party's top executive position. According to Afoko, his decision to enter the chairmanship race was not taken lightly, but followed extensive consultations with party leaders and delegates across Ghana. The consultations, he said, convinced him that there is a genuine desire among party members for unity and a collective effort to rebuild the NPP.
Afoko's consultations included engagements with key figures within the party, such as the NPP's flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, former Presidents Nana Akufo-Addo and John Agyekum Kufuor, members of the national executive, the Council of Elders, and other leading party figures. He also toured the regions, engaging with regional executives, councils of elders, and patrons before deciding to enter the race. These engagements, he said, were a feasibility study to gauge the party's readiness for a new leadership.
The former National Chairman made these remarks on Friday, October 2, a day before the party's national officers' elections in Kumasi, Ghana. He expressed optimism about his chances, citing the positive reception he received from party members. Afoko sensed a sense of genuineness among delegates, who, he said, were eager for a united and collective effort to rebuild the NPP.
Afoko's campaign is built around his "3R Agenda"; Reunite, Rebuild, and Recapture, which focuses on restoring internal unity, strengthening the party's structures, and preparing it for a future return to government. He is contesting against former General Secretary John Boadu, former Greater Accra Regional Chairman Sammy Crabbe, and former Energy Minister Boakye Agyarko.
The NPP National Chairman aspirant emphasized the importance of unity within the party, citing it as a major problem that needs to be addressed. He expressed his ability to unite the party and lead it to victory in future elections. Afoko's decision to contest for the top position has generated interest among party members, who are eager to see a change in the party's leadership.
Afoko's consultations with top leaders and party members have given him the confidence to enter the chairmanship race. He is optimistic that his experience and leadership skills make him the best candidate for the job. The NPP national officers' elections in Kumasi will determine the party's new leadership, with Afoko and his opponents vying for the top positions.
The outcome of the NPP national officers' elections will have a significant impact on the party's future and its chances in upcoming elections. With Afoko's extensive consultations and his "3R Agenda", he is poised to make a strong case for his candidacy. The party's new leadership will be tasked with rebuilding and reuniting the party, as well as preparing it for future elections.
Key points
- Paul Afoko consulted top NPP leaders, including Akufo-Addo and Kufuor, before entering chairmanship race.
- Afoko's campaign focuses on restoring internal unity, strengthening party structures, and preparing for a future return to government.
- The NPP national officers' elections will determine the party's new leadership, with Afoko and his opponents vying for top positions.
