Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has emerged victorious in the highly competitive New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries, overcoming stiff resistance from multiple contenders to reclaim the party’s mandate ahead of the 2028 general elections. The outcome has sparked widespread national debate and is currently trending across Ghana, reflecting the scale and political significance of the victory.
Despite facing intense opposition, particularly from outspoken businessman and former Assin Central MP Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, Dr. Bawumia’s campaign demonstrated strong nationwide organisation and delegate confidence. While Agyapong secured notable grassroots wins — including his decisive performance in Assin Central as reported by GhanaMedia.net — the overall delegate count favoured Bawumia’s broader national appeal.
In a move widely praised by political analysts and party faithful, Kennedy Agyapong conceded defeat shortly after the results were confirmed. His calm and respectful concession speech, calling for unity and discipline within the NPP, has been described as a critical step toward stabilising the party following a fiercely contested primary season. Previous controversies surrounding endorsements, including claims firmly denied by religious bodies such as the SDA Church, had earlier heightened tensions during the race (read more).
Dr. Bawumia’s victory is particularly significant given his defeat in the 2024 general elections. Political observers see this comeback as evidence of enduring trust among party delegates and a renewed belief in his economic and digital transformation agenda. Attention is now shifting to how the NPP positions itself for 2028, as internal dynamics and strategic calculations take centre stage (full analysis here).
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia celebrates victory as Kennedy Agyapong concedes in the NPP primaries.
As the dust settles, calls for unity have grown louder across the party, with senior figures urging supporters of all candidates to rally behind the flagbearer. With the NPP preparing for a tough electoral battle ahead, Dr. Bawumia’s ability to consolidate support from former rivals — including Kennedy Agyapong — may prove decisive in shaping the party’s fortunes in the next national elections.
