Hon. Ekow Vincent Asafuah, Member of Parliament for Old Tafo constituency, has made a passionate appeal for unity within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) as the party prepares for the 2028 general elections.
Speaking at the NPP Luton Chapter meeting, the seasoned parliamentarian stressed that political success hinges on numerical strength and collective action.
Call for Post-Primary Unity:
Hon. Asafuah urged party members to set aside any divisions that may arise from the upcoming Presidential primary scheduled for January 31st, 2025.
“Politics is about numbers and I don’t see why as a party all of us cannot come together to achieve our common goal,” the MP stated. “Although we might not belong to a particular candidate for the flagbearership position but we can all come together as a party for our common aim.”
Warning Against Internal Divisions:
The Old Tafo MP also raised concerns about internal party dynamics, warning that excessive factionalism could undermine the party’s electoral prospects. He noted that there is “too much wisdom in the party which is a threat to the party” – suggesting that competing voices and strategies may be creating unnecessary divisions.
Emphasis on Public Responsiveness:
Hon. Asafuah cautioned that the NPP must remain responsive to the needs and concerns of ordinary Ghanaians. He warned that failure to address what the majority of citizens want could create significant challenges for the party moving forward.
” Maybe the NPP didn’t perform to the satisfaction of majority of Ghanaians resulted in losing 2024 elections and if mistakes not corrected , the party might have problems at hand,” he emphasized.
Strategic Importance:
The MP’s remarks come at a crucial time as the NPP prepares for both internal party elections and the eventual 2028 general elections. His call for unity resonates particularly with diaspora chapters like NPP Luton, which play important roles in party mobilization and fundraising.
The emphasis on post-primary unity reflects lessons learned from previous electoral cycles where internal divisions have sometimes affected party performance.
As the NPP looks toward 2028, Hon. Asafuah’s message serves as both a rallying cry and a strategic reminder that electoral success requires not just individual brilliance, but collective effort and shared purpose.
