The Member of Parliament for Akyem Oda, Alexander Akwasi Acquah, has called for stronger internal discipline and decisive leadership within the opposition New Patriotic Party (New Patriotic Party), stressing that the party must strategically position itself ahead of the 2028 general elections.
In a strong message directed at party executives and grassroots supporters, the former Deputy Health Minister said the growing enthusiasm at the base of the party should not be ignored or undermined by internal divisions or what he described as “negative energy” from some members.
He noted that the current momentum within the grassroots reflects renewed determination among supporters eager to see the NPP return to power, stressing that disgruntled members who refused to vote in the 2024 general elections are eager as well to vote for the party in future elections.
However, he cautioned that such energy must be properly harnessed through unity, discipline, and leadership that prioritises results over personal interests.
Mr. Acquah further warned that party executives at all levels must align themselves with the broader direction of the party or risk becoming obstacles to progress.
According to him, the party’s future success will depend not only on numbers, but also on the quality, discipline, and positivity of those driving its campaign machinery.
“The way the grassroots are poised to see the NPP back to power, party executives, in whatever shape or form, who are not ready to follow the flow must park themselves somewhere,” he is quoted as saying. “Bold and decisive leadership is needed for 2028. Yes we need numbers but we need positive numbers, not those who can only offer negative energy.”
He added that the party must work diligently to regain public confidence, arguing that the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) has struggled to deliver its campaign promises.
He specifically cited concerns over the pace of implementation of flagship policies such as the proposed “24-hour economy” and plans to significantly improve cocoa producer prices, among others.
According to him, the goodwill enjoyed by President John Dramani Mahama’s administration is gradually declining, and the NPP must take advantage of what he described as growing public dissatisfaction by intensifying its grassroots mobilisation and strategic outreach efforts.
Mr. Acquah also argued that the government appears to be approaching its midterm with several unfulfilled pledges, pointing to delayed policy rollouts such as the promised “Formula 1-3-3” initiative aimed at addressing youth unemployment, which he said has contributed to rising frustration among citizens.
His comments are geared towards intensifying internal discussions within the NPP regarding party unity, leadership direction, and the role of constituency-level executives as the party positions itself for a competitive 2028 general election.
By 1960news.com
