The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has transitioned into a high-level “strategic phase,” engaging in a series of private consultative meetings aimed at party reorganization and internal healing.
Speaking on Peace FM’s Kokrokoo, the Member of Parliament for Akwapim North and close aide to the Vice President, Hon. Sammi Awuku, revealed that while the flagbearer has been less visible in the public eye recently, he is immersed in intensive “behind-the-scenes” work to fortify the party’s front ahead of the 2028 general elections.
Building Bridges with Key Rivals
Central to these engagements was a “personal and private” visit to the former MP for Assin Central, Ken Agyapong. According to Awuku, the low-key meeting—attended only by the Vice President, one aide, and security—was highly successful.
Awuku noted that Dr. Bawumia left the encounter confident in Mr. Agyapong’s genuine commitment to the upcoming campaign.
“He left the meeting very satisfied and has every reason to believe Ken Agyapong will genuinely support him,” Awuku stated.
Strengthening Party Ties
The Vice President’s reconciliation tour also extended to other former flagbearer aspirants, including Ing. Kwabena Agyapong, Dr Bryan Acheampong and Dr Yaw Osei-Adutwum.
Responding to observations about Bawumia’s recent public absence, Awuku explained that this period is strictly dedicated to strategy and stakeholder engagement both within and outside the NPP.
“These few weeks, we may not see him working publicly, but he is doing a lot of behind-the-scenes work towards the party re-organisation,” Awuku explained. He added that the Vice President is currently engaging various interest groups to ensure a united front before making major public policy announcements.
Next Steps
The party leadership is expected to complete this internal consultative phase before the flagbearer resumes nationwide public campaign activities. By prioritizing “internal healing” now, the Bawumia camp aims to present a consolidated force as the 2026 election cycle intensifies.
