New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Chairman aspirant, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has declared his readiness to lead the party back to power.
He pledged to unite the grassroots, strengthen diaspora structures, and fix internal cracks ahead of the 2028 elections.
Speaking during a strategic engagement with the Asia and Pacific Caucus of the NPP External Branches, Wontumi said the diaspora and grassroots will be central to the party’s rebuilding agenda.
The meeting brought together NPP executives, members and supporters across Asia and the Pacific to discuss strengthening party structures abroad, deepening diaspora participation, and aligning external branches with the party’s 2028 victory agenda.
Addressing the caucus, Wontumi commended members for protecting the NPP’s values of “Development in Freedom” beyond Ghana’s borders.
He was, however, self-critical about the party’s past approach to its base. “One of the mistakes we made was not engaging our grassroots and our brothers and sisters in the diaspora as effectively as we should have,” he stated.
“We failed to listen to their concerns and fully harness their ideas and contributions. That must change.”
He stressed that external branches are not just fundraising arms, but “strategic partners in policy, advocacy, and voter mobilization.”
Wontumi also spoke on leadership cohesion, saying: “The relationship between the Flagbearer and the National Chairman must be one of trust, respect, and unity. That partnership is essential to our success and must never be compromised.”
On discipline and reconciliation, he said the party must be firm but also heal. “The Party must remain disciplined. We cannot allow blackmail or undue pressure to dictate our decisions. The punishment imposed has served its purpose. It is time to look at the bigger picture and work towards reconciliation where possible.”
He disclosed plans to personally engage former flagbearer aspirant Kennedy Agyapong.
“I will personally find an opportunity to engage Kennedy Agyapong because dialogue and unity are important for the future of our Party,” he added.
The Chairman aspirant also hinted at possible structural reforms, including a review of the delegates system.
“We will continue to research and consult on our delegates system, including whether it is feasible and beneficial for the wider membership of the Party to participate in electing Party executives,” he said.
Declaring his ambition, Wontumi said: “I am built for this battle, and I am fully prepared for the challenge of leading our Party back to power. I am ready to serve as National Chairman. My focus is to unite our Party, energize our grassroots, and lead the NPP back to victory.”
Members of the Asia-Pacific caucus described the engagement as “timely and motivating” and pledged to intensify mobilization and project the NPP’s values abroad.
