Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has stressed the importance of rebuilding the New Patriotic Party (NPP) into a strong, disciplined, and united force before focusing on electing a flagbearer for the 2028 elections.
In a post on Twitter (now X) on Thursday, June 20, he stated that the NPP needs a well-organised party to produce a president, not just a flagbearer.
His remarks come as the party continues to recover from its defeat in the 2024 general elections. The statement has sparked discussions within political circles, especially after 60 of the NPP’s 88 MPs recently pledged support for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s expected 2028 bid during a closed-door meeting.
Although Mr. Boamah did not name any individuals, his comments are widely seen as a subtle critique of what many view as a premature push toward succession politics.
The tweet has triggered fresh debate about whether the NPP is prioritising the wrong issues. Some party insiders believe the party must first address the structural and organisational weaknesses that contributed to its 2024 defeat.
They argue that without internal reforms, discipline, and grassroots engagement, any flagbearer, no matter how capable, may struggle to unify the party and win back public trust.
Several senior party members and organisers have called for a more thoughtful and strategic approach. They emphasise the need to rebuild the NPP from the ground up by strengthening local party structures, healing factional divisions, and refreshing the party’s leadership culture. According to one party organiser, the key to success in 2028 lies not just in the choice of candidate but in reconnecting with disillusioned members and supporters across the country.
The decision by the NPP National Council to hold an early flagbearer congress in January 2026 has added to internal tensions. While some see this as a smart political move, others worry that it may ignore lessons from the past and further divide the party. Observers like Mr. Boamah argue that rushing into another campaign without addressing core challenges may repeat the mistakes of 2024.
As internal conversations continue, there is growing pressure on party leadership to focus less on personalities and more on policy, party rebuilding, and long-term strategy. With the 2028 elections on the horizon, many believe the NPP’s future will depend on its ability to unite, reform, and present a renewed vision to Ghanaians, built on the strength of a party that is ready, not just a candidate.
