Dr. Bawumia Says NPP Has a Strong Chance of Winning the 2028 Elections

Former Vice-President and 2024 flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has embarked on a rallying cry, urging his party to unite, adopt discipline, and work relentlessly as a foundation for reclaiming both the presidency and parliamentary majority in the 2028 general elections. Speaking last Saturday at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon during the NPP’s National Annual Delegates Conference, Dr. Bawumia offered a blend of candid reflection and motivational vision.

Acknowledging the uphill battle ahead, Dr. Bawumia expressed his firm belief that the NPP can stage a comeback if it embraces cohesion, strict internal discipline, and sustained effort. “I do not doubt that, notwithstanding the challenges ahead, of which there will be many, if we are united, disciplined and work hard, we will win the 2028 presidential and parliamentary elections by the grace of God. It is still possible,” he declared .

He reminded the party that political decisions should serve Ghana’s greater interests and not merely partisan goals. “As politicians, we should always be guided by what is in the best interest of Ghana at all times,” he emphasized .

Under the theme “Rebuilding Together with Our Values,” the nationwide conference drew thousands—ranging from national executives to grassroots supporters—seeking pathways for renewal after the 2024 electoral loss.

Dr. Bawumia called for an honest assessment of the party’s strengths and weaknesses. He urged members to think beyond election mechanics and focus on enhancing governance quality. “Rebuilding … should lead to tangible improvements in governance, not just electoral success,” he noted.

Highlighting the need for accountability, Dr. Bawumia urged party leaders to enforce discipline vigorously. “To the leadership of the party, I ask that you will be firm and crack the whip so that discipline is maintained within our ranks,” he insisted. He stressed that humility, a willingness to learn from mistakes, and focus on Ghana’s collective good would bring about the energized, renewed party the NPP aspires to be.

While paying tribute to the legacies of former Presidents J.A. Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Dr. Bawumia also sounded a stern warning against internal attacks and divisiveness. He called on members to end in-fighting and instead confront the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), which he accused of undermining democratic principles. “Let us stop the internal attacks now, and rather focus on the attempt by the NDC to undermine our democracy and rule of law,” he said.

Echoing this, a recent report from GNA relayed his plea to shun tribalism, hate speech, and personal vendettas. He described such acts as “existential threats” to the party, cautioning that they erode the unity vital for a powerful political movement.

Supporting Bawumia’s stance, General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong criticized the NDC for failing to uphold campaign commitments, pointing to escalating economic challenges, illegal mining (galamsey), and politically motivated dismissals across public offices . Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin echoed the call for unity, condemning hate campaigns and sabotage, and emphasizing that no individual should consider themselves bigger than the party. “We must rebuild together, brick by brick, anchored in our values and in the unshakeable belief that no individual is bigger than the NPP,” he stated.

The conference marked a pivotal moment for the NPP—a formal break from the recent defeat and a renewed determination to heal divisions, strengthen governance, and restore public trust. With discipline, humility, unity, and unwavering dedication at its core, Bawumia stressed that the NPP is once again positioned to win in 2028. Whether that vision materializes will depend on the party’s ability to translate rhetoric into action, learning from its past while pushing forward with renewed vigor.