The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has condemned the despicable comments against former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, by Member of Parliament for Asante Akim South, Kweku Asante-Boateng.
The MP, in a shocking interview with Adom TV, launched unprovoked scathing attacks on the person of Dr. Bawumia, describing him as an outsider and a slave who was brought in to serve the NPP and is not fit to lead the NPP.
His outrageous comment has attracted wide condemnation, with many describing it as tribalistic and divisive.
The National Secretariat of the NPP has now added its voice with a statement distancing the party from the distasteful comment, condemning the MP and reiterating the NPP’s commitment to insclusivity.
Find the full statement below:
NEW PATRIOTIC PARTY REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO INCLUSIVITY, EQUALITY, AND NATIONAL UNITY
The National Secretariat of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has noted with concern certain comments attributed to the Honourable Member of Parliament for Asante Akim South, Hon. Kwaku Asante Boateng, and considers such a statement unfortunate and disassociates itselffrom those remarks.
The NPP reiterates its longstanding commitment to inclusivity, equality, and national cohesion. As a political tradition founded on the principles of freedom, justice, democracy, and equal opportunity, the Party remains dedicated to fostering a society where every Ghanaian, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, or social background, can participatemeaningfully in the governance and development of our nation.
The Party emphasises that political membership and recognition within the NPP are not defined by personal attributes or identity, but by one’s loyalty, commitment, and service to the Party’s ideals and the national interest. The NPP, therefore, welcomes all citizens who subscribe to its core values and principles and are willing to contribute to the advancement of Ghana’s democratic and developmental agenda.
As a Party of unity and progress, the NPP assures the Ghanaian people that it will continue to uphold the dignity of every citizen and to promote a political culture anchored in tolerance, respect, and inclusiveness.
Thank you.
Signed
Justin Kodua Frimpong
General Secretary