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NPP member petitions party leadership to discipline Kennedy Agyapong over alleged misconduct
A Deputy National TESCON Coordinator of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Charles Opoku, has petitioned the party’s leadership to initiate disciplinary proceedings against former flag-bearer aspirant and former Assin Central Member of Parliament, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, over what he describes as repeated attacks on the party and its members.
In a petition dated June 18, 2026, and addressed to the General Secretary of the NPP, Mr. Opoku accused Mr. Agyapong of making public statements that have allegedly damaged the image of the party, created divisions among members, and caused disaffection within the NPP.
According to him, Mr. Agyapong’s conduct over the years has been inconsistent with the values and principles outlined in the party’s constitution.
Mr. Opoku, who said he has served the NPP for more than 14 years in various capacities, including as TESCON President and Eastern Regional TESCON Coordinator, argued that while party members have the right to express their views, such expressions should strengthen rather than weaken the party.
He specifically cited Mr. Agyapong’s recent criticism of the NPP’s position on the impasse surrounding the Afari Military Hospital project.
According to the petitioner, the former lawmaker used what he described as false claims and fabrications to criticize efforts by the party’s Minority Caucus to push for the completion and operationalisation of the hospital.
Mr. Opoku contended that such actions violate provisions of the NPP constitution, which require members to be truthful, loyal, and committed to protecting the party’s reputation.
The petition raised concerns about the activities of a group known as “The Base,” which emerged after the NPP presidential primaries.
He argued that structures operating outside the recognised organs of the party could undermine party authority and create divisions among members.
Another major concern highlighted in the petition relates to recent media comments attributed to Mr. Agyapong.
Mr. Opoku claimed the former presidential aspirant had threatened to disclose confidential information about the party and had indicated that he would attack the NPP in June or July 2027.
He further alleged that Mr. Agyapong had stated he would not campaign for the party ahead of the 2028 general election.
Mr. Opoku said such comments had generated anxiety among party supporters and members across the country.
He therefore called on the National Executive Committee and the party’s disciplinary bodies to review Mr. Agyapong’s public statements and determine whether they are consistent with the letter and spirit of the NPP constitution.
The petitioner also urged party leadership to invite Mr. Agyapong to submit any evidence he may have regarding alleged wrongdoing, corruption, abuse of office, or breaches of party rules by any member or official.
According to him, if such evidence exists, it should be presented to the appropriate party organs or state institutions for investigation and possible action.
Mr. Opoku argued that no individual should be allowed to repeatedly make allegations or suggest the existence of damaging information without formally presenting evidence.
He maintained that doing so places the party under suspicion and unfairly affects the reputation of innocent members.
Among other requests, he asked the NPP leadership to review Mr. Agyapong’s conduct, take appropriate measures to preserve party unity and discipline, and encourage members to resolve disagreements through established party structures rather than through the media.
The petition was accompanied by what Mr. Opoku described as supporting materials, including media reports, transcripts, and recordings of interviews containing the statements attributed to Mr. Agyapong.
He said the petition was submitted in the interest of party unity and the long-term success of the NPP.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has vowed to challenge elements within the party in 2027, accusing some members of disrespecting him and spreading false information about his health.
Speaking in an interview on Net 2 TV yesterday, Mr. Agyapong said he continues to enjoy respect from many people both in Ghana and abroad despite what he described as efforts by some individuals within the NPP to damage his reputation.
He alleged that false claims had been made about him, including reports that he had undergone a head operation.
According to him, such comments were part of attempts to undermine him.
Mr. Agyapong warned members of the NPP to brace themselves for what he described as “action” in June or July 2027.
He said he would not be intimidated by those he believes have treated him unfairly within the party.
According to him, some people think he would return to support them despite the alleged attacks against him.
However, he maintained that he would not remain silent and would respond at the appropriate time.
“They should wait and see. I’m giving them the time that June 2027, they will see action in this country,” he said.
The former Assin Central Member of Parliament did not explain what specific action he intends to take but insisted that he is not afraid of those he believes are working against him.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant and Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, has called on party members to put aside their differences and unite behind the NPP’s 2028 presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
In a statement issued on June 19, 2026, Dr. Acheampong said the party’s main focus should be rebuilding and returning to power after its defeat in the 2024 general election.
He noted that he understands the disappointment that follows a closely contested primary, having also contested in the NPP’s January 2026 flagbearer race and lost.
“I speak to you today not as a bystander to our recent contest, but as one who stood in it,” he stated.
Dr. Acheampong expressed concern over recent comments made by former Assin Central MP and former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Kennedy Agyapong, including his threat to take action against the party and some individuals.
According to him, Mr. Agyapong remains an important figure within the NPP whose contributions, loyalty and influence cannot be questioned.
However, he appealed to him to help promote unity rather than deepen divisions within the party.
“It is for that very reason that I urge him, respectfully but firmly, to lower the temperature and to lend his considerable influence to the work of healing rather than division,” Dr. Acheampong said.
He acknowledged that some individuals associated with Dr. Bawumia’s campaign, as well as his own campaign, directed disrespectful comments and insults at Mr. Agyapong during and after the primary contest.
Dr. Acheampong said such conduct was unfortunate and should have been addressed more quickly by party elders.
However, he stressed that there is no evidence that Dr. Bawumia authorised or supported those attacks.
According to him, the individuals involved acted on personal grievances and their actions should not be attributed to the NPP flagbearer or the party as a whole.
He noted that harsh words were exchanged by people on different sides during the contest, including Mr. Agyapong and some of his supporters, but said those comments were made in the heat of the campaign.
Dr. Acheampong called on all parties to forgive one another and work towards reconciliation.
He emphasized that the focus should be on supporting Dr. Bawumia and strengthening the NPP ahead of the 2028 elections.
“Dr. Bawumia is now the candidate of all of us. He carries the mandate not only of those who voted for him, but of every member who voted for Ken, for me, and for the others who contested,” he said.
Dr. Acheampong appealed to Mr. Agyapong, their supporters and all party members to end internal disputes and work together for the party’s success.
He concluded by stating that unity remains the NPP’s best path to victory in the next general election.
“Unity is not weakness. Unity is how we win,” he said.
By: Jacob Aggrey
