The Minority Caucus in Parliament has rallied strongly behind former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia following his emphatic victory in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primaries, signaling a renewed push for unity as the party prepares for the 2028 general elections.
The visit, led by Minority Leadership, came just days after Dr. Bawumia secured a landslide mandate from delegates across the country, defeating four other contenders in one of the most competitive internal contests the party has held in recent years.
A Victory That Reshapes the NPP’s Future
Dr. Bawumia emerged as the clear winner of the January 31, 2026 presidential primaries with an overwhelming endorsement from party delegates, polling 110,643 votes, representing 56.48 percent of total valid votes cast.
His closest challenger, former Assin Central MP Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, obtained 46,554 votes (23.76%), while Dr. Bryan Acheampong placed third with 36,303 votes (18.53%). Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum and former General Secretary Kwabena Agyei Agyepong trailed with marginal figures.
The outcome has positioned Dr. Bawumia as the party’s official flagbearer heading into the next election cycle, with expectations high that he can lead the NPP back to power after its defeat in the 2024 polls.
Minority Caucus Steps Forward In A Show Of Unity
In a symbolic gesture of solidarity, Minority Members of Parliament stormed Dr. Bawumia’s residence to formally congratulate him and assure him of their readiness to work closely with his leadership.
The visit was widely interpreted as an important step toward healing internal cracks that surfaced during the primaries, where some MPs were perceived to have aligned with different aspirants, including Kennedy Agyapong.
Despite the divisions that often accompany such internal elections, the caucus’ presence sent a strong message that the parliamentary wing of the party is prepared to unite behind the chosen candidate.
Bawumia Declares Forgiveness And Opens His Doors
Addressing the MPs, Dr. Bawumia struck a reconciliatory tone, stating that he had forgiven those who spoke against him during the campaign period and was focused solely on victory for the party.
He reminded the caucus that primaries are a natural feature of democracy and should not leave lasting wounds.
“My mind is open, my heart is open, and my hands are open,” he told the gathering, stressing that he was willing to work with anyone who can contribute to the party’s success.
Dr. Bawumia insisted that personal attacks and internal rivalries must now be set aside, as the task ahead requires collective sacrifice and cooperation.
MPs’ Commitment
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who led the delegation, reaffirmed the caucus’ loyalty to the new flagbearer and pledged regular engagement with his office for strategic direction.
He admitted that the party’s time in opposition since 2024 had been challenging, with MPs often forced to operate without clear central coordination.
“With you now as the anchor man, we look up to you for vision and direction,” Afenyo-Markin stated.
He urged colleagues to abandon corridor whispers and factional tendencies, warning that individualism could only weaken the party’s chances of reclaiming power.
Rebuilding After The 2024 Defeat
The Minority Leader reminded the caucus of the party’s shrinking numbers in Parliament, noting that the NPP had fallen from 169 seats in 2017 to just 87 MPs after the 2024 elections.
He said the responsibility now lies with every MP to return to their constituencies, rebuild grassroots support, and contribute to improving the party’s parliamentary strength in 2028.
Dr. Bawumia, on his part, expressed confidence that the party’s defeat in 2024 was not irreversible.
He argued that electoral data suggests the NDC’s numbers remained largely static, while the NPP’s loss stemmed significantly from voter apathy among its own base.
According to him, the path back to victory lies in reactivating supporters who stayed home and restoring confidence in the party’s message.
A Call for Total Party Unity
The visit ended with a clear message: the contest is over, and the party must now move forward as one.
Dr. Bawumia assured the MPs that he would not allow personal grievances to influence decisions and promised full support for candidates and party actors capable of delivering victory.
The Minority Caucus also pledged to play its role in shaping strategy, strengthening parliamentary performance, and projecting a united front to the Ghanaian public.
The Road to 2028 Begins
The Minority MPs’ show of support marks one of the first major post-primary unity efforts within the NPP, as the party begins the long process of consolidating around Dr. Bawumia’s leadership.
