It appears that some individuals have failed to recognize a pattern in the NPP’s electoral history. Specifically, NPP delegates have consistently punished candidates perceived as “internal enemies” during primaries. Whenever a candidate creates the impression of prioritizing personal interests over the party’s larger interests, that candidate suffers a decline in electoral votes.
Let’s examine the case of Hon. Alan Kyeremanteng. In 2007, he emerged as a candidate with the mantra “Cashman” and the slogan “cash for the people.” Despite securing 32.30% of the total delegates’ votes, he subsequently pursued a comeback agenda, allegedly sponsoring attacks on Nana Addo’s character and forming covert groups to undermine the party’s elected candidate. The party lost the 2008 general elections.
Undeterred, Hon. Kyeremanteng continued to focus on internal conflicts, launching personal attacks on Nana Addo’s image and character. His votes dropped to 19.91% in the 2010 primaries. Despite this, he persisted in his actions, and the party suffered further losses in the 2012 elections.
In the 2014 presidential primaries, Hon. Kyeremanteng’s votes plummeted to 4.75%. His actions led to significant internal conflicts, including violent clashes and the formation of pseudo-groups aimed at creating confusion and tension within the party.
Ultimately, the party delegates responded decisively, and Hon. Kyeremanteng secured only 95 votes (10.29%) in the super delegates conference, with Hon. Ken Agyapong surpassing him with 132 votes (14.30%).
Now, it appears that Hon. Ken Agyapong has followed a similar path. Securing 37.41% in the 2024 primaries against Dr. Bawumia’s 61.43%, it seems that history may be repeating itself. NPP delegates have consistently voted against perceived internal enemies, and the outcome may be predictable.
Source: Chris Arthur, Esq
NPP 2024 Parliamentary candidate
Agona West