Dr. Charles Dwamena, a respected figure within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and popularly known in political circles as Dr. China has officially declared his intention to contest for the highly influential position of General Secretary of the party, signalling the start of what is widely expected to be a keenly contested internal race.

Dr. Dwamena made the announcement during an interview on Otec FM’s Dwaberem political show, hosted by Dr. Cash, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, barely three days before the party’s crucial presidential Primaries—a period he described as pivotal to the future direction and survival of the NPP.

Speaking with conviction, Dr. Dwamena urged delegates and party faithful to place unity above personal ambition, stressing that decisions taken during the primaries must be guided by a single overriding goal: rebuilding a united and formidable party capable of reclaiming political power in the 2028 general elections.
According to him, the NPP’s next presidential candidate must not only demonstrate competence and vision but, more importantly, possess the ability to unify all factions within the party, heal internal divisions, and restore confidence among grassroots supporters and the wider Ghanaian electorate.
“Discipline, cohesion, and collective responsibility are non-negotiable if the NPP is to remain a strong national force,” Dr. Dwamena emphasized.
He further underscored the strategic importance of the General Secretary’s office, describing it as the engine room of the party. The position, he noted, plays a critical role in effective coordination, strict adherence to party structures, and sustained grassroots mobilisation—all of which are essential ingredients for electoral success.

Dr. Dwamena explained that his decision to contest the General Secretary position is driven by a deep sense of commitment to reorganising, energising, and strengthening the party from the polling station level to the national secretariat.

He believes a well-structured and disciplined party machinery is key to restoring the NPP’s electoral fortunes.
His declaration has since sparked renewed debate and excitement within the party, injecting fresh momentum into internal discussions as the NPP enters a defining phase of reorganisation and strategic planning.

Political observers say Dr. Dwamena’s entry into the race could significantly reshape the dynamics of the contest, particularly at a time when calls for unity, discipline, and structural coherence dominate conversations within the party. As the NPP charts its path forward, his message of “unity before victory” appears to be resonating strongly among party stakeholders.