NPP Primaries Heat Up: Kwabena Agyepong Calls for Unity Against Kennedy Agyapong's Rhetoric

As the New Patriotic Party (NPP) gears up for its presidential primaries scheduled for January 31, 2026, internal tensions have surfaced among candidates. Ing Kwabena Agyepong, a presidential aspirant, has urged party members to unite against divisive rhetoric from fellow aspirant Kennedy Ohene Agyapong. Agyepong criticized Agyapong's comments regarding the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and past elections, labeling them as misleading and damaging to party unity. He emphasized that misinformation could jeopardize the party's chances in the upcoming elections.

Despite facing financial challenges and stiff competition, Kwabena Agyepong remains optimistic about his campaign, stating that the true verdict will come on voting day. He believes that opinion polls are not reliable indicators of election outcomes but rather reflect the government's policy impact.

In support of Kennedy Agyapong, Kwaku Kwarteng, MP for Obuasi West, has voiced confidence in Agyapong's ability to tackle Ghana's unemployment crisis if elected. Kwarteng acknowledged the shared responsibility of political leaders for the nation's economic difficulties and urged delegates to back Agyapong, warning against the continuation of past policies that have led to high youth unemployment. As the primaries approach, the NPP faces a critical moment that could shape its future direction and electoral success.