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“I was very harsh to Mahama; he has been very good to me” – Kennedy Agyepong
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Flag bearer hopeful for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2028 general elections, Kennedy Agyepong, has admitted that he was harsh towards President John Dramani Mahama in the past, even though Mahama had always treated him kindly.
Speaking in an interview with Kwesi Pratt Jr, owner of the Pan African TV, the former Assin Central MP said he has since apologized to the former president for his actions, acknowledging that Mahama and his wife had always shown him love, which he ignored because of party politics.
“I was harsh. But President Mahama has been very nice to me. He loves me, and his wife too. Because of party issues, I ignored that relationship and kept criticizing. That’s why I apologized to him,” Kennedy said.
He added that during his campaign for the NPP flagbearer position, some members of his own party turned against him and began using his old statements as attacks.
“When I was criticizing the NDC, my party was happy. But the moment I decided to contest, those same things were used against me. They called it the ‘ten sins of Kennedy Agyepong’ and spread it around,” he pointed out.
Kennedy explained that he has now decided to remain quiet to reduce the criticism from his party members.
“My argument is, in the Bible, we have Ten Commandments. Since Abraham’s time, they’ve never added one to make eleven. So if they say ten sins of Kennedy Agyepong, I leave it to God,” he added.
A delegation from the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister for Health, Prof.Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, to explore areas of collaboration in support of Ghana’s efforts to reduce maternal mortality.
The delegation was led by the Country Director of KOICA, Mr. Dong Wan Woo.
The meeting focused on Ghana’s Maternal Mortality Action and Response Programme (MMARP) and how KOICA can support the country’s push to end preventable maternal deaths.
The engagement provided an opportunity for both parties to discuss strategies to strengthen maternal healthcare services.
Also, they looked at how to address gaps in care delivery, and improve health outcomes for mothers across the country.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Aspiring National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Paul Awentami Afoko, has filed his nomination to contest the party’s National Chairman position.
Mr Afoko submitted his nomination forms to the NPP National Elections Committee at the party’s headquarters on Tuesday, August 25, 2026.
Speaking to supporters after filing his nomination, Mr Afoko indicated that his past challenges and mistakes had equipped him with the experience needed to lead the party.
“I have learnt from my difficulties, I have learnt from my mistakes, and I have therefore got the experience,” he stated.
He urged delegates to consider his experience as they prepare to vote in the party’s internal elections.
Mr Afoko said he would embark on an engagement with delegates across the country, describing them as the “big men” of the party.
“I will come to you. I am coming to visit all of you. I am coming to you,” he assured the delegates.
The filing was met with excitement as his supporters marched into the NPP headquarters singing, drumming and cheering in support of his candidacy.
The charged atmosphere continued as Mr Afoko submitted his forms and addressed the gathering, outlining his readiness to take on the responsibility of leading the party.
He expressed confidence in his experience and ability to serve the NPP if elected National Chairman.
By: Jacob Aggrey
