Ghana’s opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) is navigating a pivotal phase in its flagbearer contest, with parliamentarians publicly aligning with candidates ahead of a fiercely competitive primary.
Endorsements have begun reshaping internal alliances, exposing early frontrunners and strategic divisions within the party.
Former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia holds a significant lead in declared MP support. Influential figures like Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, and Mustapha Yussif back his bid, signaling confidence in his government experience and cross-regional appeal. The breadth of his coalition spans veteran and emerging lawmakers, framing his candidacy as one of continuity.
Bryan Acheampong commands a dedicated bloc, with MPs Davis Opoku Ansah and Shirley Kyei endorsing his security-focused platform. Kennedy Agyapong’s outspoken style has galvanized supporters including Alexander Afenyo-Markin and Abena Osei Asare, leveraging his grassroots reputation. Smaller factions back policy-centric contenders Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum and Patrick Yaw Boamah.
Not all MPs have chosen sides. Kwaku Asante-Boatang, Ernest Yaw Anim, and Adelaide Ntim remain undecided, reflecting cautious maneuvering in a race that could redefine the NPP’s direction before the 2028 elections.
