NPP Primaries: Candidates Sign Peace Pact Amidst Intensifying Rivalry for 2028 Elections

As the New Patriotic Party (NPP) gears up for its candidate selection ahead of the 2028 elections, the competition among aspirants is heating up. With a deadline approaching on January 31, 2026, tensions are palpable, prompting all presidential candidates to sign a peace pact on January 22. This pact aims to foster accountability and promote a spirit of unity among supporters, in an effort to mitigate potential conflicts reminiscent of previous electoral contests.

Dr. Bryan Acheampong, one of the leading candidates, has positioned himself as the unifier who can bridge gaps within the party, emphasizing his capability to reclaim power for the NPP. Despite facing strong competition from Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Acheampong is gaining traction, particularly in the Eastern and Ashanti Regions.

In a related development, Kwabena Agyapong, another aspirant, has defended the accuracy of the peace pact against claims of errors made by fellow candidate Kennedy Agyapong. He reaffirmed that all candidates had access to the document for review prior to its public signing, which was intended to enhance transparency and unity within the party.

The NPP leadership is tasked with ensuring that the terms of the peace pact are upheld, fostering a fair electoral process. The overarching hope is for a peaceful environment leading to the selection of the party's representative, allowing the focus to shift from rivalry to the electoral outcome itself.