The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is facing mounting internal pressure as sections of its grassroots support base express dissatisfaction with the leadership of General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua.
A pressure group, the National Youth Ambassadors for Change (NYAC), has been at the forefront of the criticism.
Leader of the group, Kwadwo Sebe, says expectations were high when Mr. Kodua assumed office in July 2022 after the party’s National Delegates Conference.
He noted that many believed Mr. Kodua’s leadership would energise the party, strengthen grassroots mobilisation, and position the NPP for electoral success.
However, the critics argue that these expectations have not been met.
The NPP’s parliamentary performance has become a key point of concern. In the 2020 general elections, the party secured 137 seats and maintained Majority status. However, in the 2024 elections, its representation dropped to 87 seats, pushing the party into the Minority.
The loss of 50 parliamentary seats has been described by critics as a significant setback, raising concerns about party unity, strategy, and voter confidence.
Internal critics have cited several issues they believe contributed to the decline, including weak grassroots engagement, poor internal communication, and challenges in managing internal conflicts. Others point to the absence of a clear political strategy during the period.
Once regarded as a cohesive political force, the party is now said to be dealing with internal divisions and declining morale among supporters.
As the NPP begins preparations toward the 2028 general elections, debate is intensifying over whether Mr. Kodua should be retained.
Opponents, like the National Youth Ambassadors for Change, argue that maintaining the current leadership could affect efforts to rebuild the party and restore grassroots confidence. They insist that the decision will be crucial to the party’s political future.
Political observers say the NPP is at a critical stage, with internal decisions in the coming months expected to shape its ability to recover and reposition itself.
For many critics, the need for change is central to efforts to rebuild and strengthen the party ahead of future elections.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
