The Minority Caucus in Parliament has congratulated former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia following his victory in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primary, officially making him the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 general elections.
In a statement issued on Saturday, January 31, the Minority Caucus described Dr Bawumia’s win as decisive and reflective of the confidence reposed in him by NPP delegates nationwide. The primary was conducted across all 276 constituencies, including voting by delegates in the diaspora.
Speaking on behalf of the 87 Minority Members of Parliament, Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin praised Dr Bawumia’s campaign, highlighting what it described as his vision, intellectual depth, and firm commitment to national development.
According to the statement, his election represents a clear mandate to lead the party into the next general elections.
The Minority Caucus noted that the contest featured several high-profile aspirants, including Kennedy Agyapong, Dr Bryan Acheampong, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, and Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong, all of whom, it said, presented strong credentials and ideas for the party’s future.
The Caucus commended the process as a demonstration of the NPP’s commitment to internal democracy and the principle that every voice matters.
Acknowledging tensions that arose during the primary campaign, the statement admitted that moments of friction were unavoidable in a competitive democratic exercise. However, the Caucus stressed that the conclusion of the primary marks the beginning of a critical phase of reconciliation and unity within the party.
It called on all party members—aspirants, supporters, delegates, and party structures—to rally behind Dr Bawumia’s leadership in the interest of national cohesion and electoral success.
“We acknowledge that the intensity of the primary campaign produced moments of friction and discord. Such tensions are inherent in competitive democratic processes. However, the conclusion of this contest marks the beginning of a critical phase of reconciliation and unity. The Minority Caucus calls upon all party members – aspirants, supporters, delegates, and structures to consolidate behind Dr Bawumia’s leadership. National interest demands that we transform yesterday’s divisions into tomorrow’s collective strength,” the statement said.
Reflecting on the party’s loss in the 2024 general elections, the Minority Caucus emphasized the importance of unity, describing it as a fundamental source of political strength rather than a mere slogan.
The statement recalled the NPP’s electoral victories in 2000, 2004, 2016, and 2020 as evidence that a united front remains key to the party’s success.
The Caucus concluded by urging party faithful to transform past divisions into collective strength as preparations begin toward the 2028 polls.
The Minority Caucus pledged their full support to Dr Bawumia. The Caucus noted that it must now turn its attention to scrutinise the current NDC administration’s performance.
“Through our parliamentary work and public engagement, we shall hold the government accountable on critical matters affecting ordinary Ghanaians.
“These include the alarming depletion of Ghana’s gold reserves through questionable transactions; substantial financial losses stemming from bogus gold trading schemes involving state institutions such as the Minerals Commission and the Bank of Ghana; the evident failures in managing public transportation systems, leaving commuters in distress; the deterioration of Ghana’s international relations and standing amongst long-time development partners; the ineffective response to illegal mining (galamsey) which continues to poison our water bodies and destroy agricultural lands; and the government’s inability to create meaningful employment opportunities for Ghana’s youth, resulting in tragic incidents at military recruitment centres and widespread economic despair,” they stated.
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