”We Shall Win to Save Ghana from Poverty” – Dr. Adutwum Charges NPP at Unity Conference

Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, former Minister of Education and current Presidential Aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), delivered a stirring address at the NPP West London Chapter’s Unity Conference, declaring that the party must win the upcoming elections to rescue Ghana from the grip of poverty.

Speaking as the guest speaker at the unity gathering, Dr. Adutwum drew from his personal journey and extensive experience in Ghana’s education sector to make a compelling case for why electoral victory is crucial for the nation’s development.

From Humble Beginnings to National Leadership:

In an emotionally charged speech, Dr. Adutwum reflected on his own rise from humble beginnings, noting that as someone “whose parents didn’t go to school” yet became Minister of Education, his story exemplifies the potential that exists within Ghana’s systems when properly harnessed.

“My experience tells me that there can be opportunities for Ghanaians, but it shouldn’t be by chance,” Dr. Adutwum emphasized, calling for deliberate systemic changes rather than leaving progress to hope alone.

Education as the Key to Breaking Poverty Cycles:

Drawing from his tenure as Education Minister, Dr. Adutwum shared insights from commissioning 80 schools one day across the country, which he said convinced him that “with a clear focus, we can change the course of our nation.”

The former Minister stressed that education remains the most powerful tool for lifting Ghanaians out of poverty, arguing that the NPP’s victory would ensure continued investment in educational infrastructure and policies that benefit the majority of citizens.

A Call for Inclusive Development:

Dr. Adutwum’s address emphasized the need for inclusive development processes, stating that “we want to see all of us included in the process.” While acknowledging that progress has been made, he insisted that “we need to do more” to create sustainable change.

“We can and we should win, because otherwise we leave a country driven by poverty to our children and grandchildren,” he declared, framing the electoral contest as a moral imperative for future generations.

Unity Conference Significance:

The West London Chapter’s Unity Conference provided a platform for Dr. Adutwum to rally party faithful around his vision of a Ghana where systematic approaches replace chance-based opportunities. His message resonated with the theme of unity, as he called for collective effort in building “a system that works for the vast majority of our people.”

The Presidential Aspirant’s speech comes at a crucial time as the NPP prepares for upcoming electoral battles, with Dr. Adutwum positioning education and poverty reduction as central pillars of his political agenda.

As Ghana continues to grapple with economic challenges, Dr. Adutwum’s message of winning to save the nation from poverty presents a clear vision of what he believes NPP leadership can achieve for the country’s future.

The Unity Conference continues to serve as an important platform for NPP leaders to articulate their vision for Ghana’s development and rally support among party members both at home and in the diaspora.