According to a report from GhanaWeb, Kwaku Atta Sarpong, the Deputy Organiser for the Ashanti Region of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has criticized Ernest Owusu-Bempah, the party’s Deputy Communications Officer, over his recent comments regarding the leadership for the 2028 presidential election.
In a statement seen by GhanaWeb, Atta Sarpong advised Owusu-Bempah to remain silent if he has no constructive input to offer about the party’s leadership plans for the upcoming election.
He accused Owusu-Bempah of creating division and irresponsibility within the party, alleging that his actions were partly responsible for the NPP’s loss of the Asante Akyem North parliamentary seat.
Atta Sarpong stated, “It has become necessary to respond to the recent comments by Ernest Owusu-Bempah concerning who should lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP). If Mr Bempah has nothing sensible or constructive to say on this matter, he must simply shut up.
“He should rather focus on his own constituency, Asante Akyem North (AAN), which he effectively dashed to an independent candidate, largely due to his divisive and reckless comments on radio in Agogo..”
The Deputy Organiser further emphasized that the NPP would not tolerate distractions from individuals who do not prioritize the party’s success.
He affirmed the NPP’s commitment to rebuilding, unifying, and preparing for a victorious 2028 election campaign, stressing that the party’s future would be shaped by loyal, competent, and dedicated members, not those who speak without substance.
Ernest Owusu-Bempah had recently suggested that the NPP should not retain Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the former Vice President and 2024 presidential candidate, for the 2028 election.
In an interview with Oyerepa FM on April 14, 2025, he criticized Dr. Bawumia’s candidacy, claiming it led to the party’s defeat in the 2024 elections.
He cited dissatisfaction among the grassroots, stating that many NPP supporters, including a taxi driver he met, abstained from voting due to discontent with the party’s choice of candidate.
Owusu-Bempah also expressed his belief that the NPP’s prospects in the 2028 election depend on figures such as former MP for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, and current MP for Abetifi, Bryan Acheampong.