The leadership of the New Patriotic Party has cautioned its presidential hopefuls against factional politics, insisting that unity, not internal rivalry, will determine the party’s recovery after its 2024 election defeat.

General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong said although the NPP’s upcoming presidential contest is expected to be highly competitive, aspirants must resist actions that deepen divisions within the party. He stressed that the NPP’s resilience has always been rooted in solidarity, not factional strength.

Justin Frimpong Kodua

Addressing party members in a New Year message on January 1, 2026, Kodua admitted the December 7, 2024 electoral loss remains painful, but maintained the party is far from broken. He said the NPP has survived difficult moments in the past and emerged stronger through unity and discipline.

Kodua said the party has already begun a structured rebuilding process, including constitutional reforms, the creation of the Patriotic Institute for training and research, and preparations for key internal elections, including the presidential primary.

He assured members that the leadership is committed to free, fair, and transparent internal elections, adding that reconciliation and unity will be a major focus as the party prepares for future contests.

The NPP General Secretary also praised the Minority in Parliament, led by Alexander Afenyo-Markin, for standing firm in opposition, and commended the party’s legal team for defending its interests during what he described as trying times.

Kodua called on grassroots members to remain hopeful and committed, urging them not to give in to despair despite the loss of power. He said rebuilding the party will require humility, sacrifice, and collective effort, not factional loyalty.

He reaffirmed the NPP’s commitment to Ghana and urged party members and the wider public to embrace peace, unity, and renewal as the party charts its path forward.Source:Abigail Arthur