Dr Kwame Asah-Asante, Lecturer at the University of Ghana
A senior lecturer at the University of Ghana’s Political Science Department, Dr Kwame Asah-Asante, has warned that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) risks prolonged opposition status if it remains arrogant.
According to Dr Asah-Asante, the party’s inability to introspect and address its shortcomings could hinder its return to power.
He said this on JoyNews AM show on April 30, 2025, and monitored by the GhanaWeb, during which he highlighted the need for the NPP to adopt a more humble and responsive approach to rebuild its popularity and reconnect with voters.
“If the NPP remains arrogant in opposition, it is going to take a long time for them to come back into power,” he indicated.
Dr Asah-Asante added that there is the need for the party to resolve their issues or conflicts before going on the Thank You Tour.
“Conflict resolution should come before looking at the report. The Thank You Tour is not needed right now. There are a lot of issues simmering, and the party needs to find answers to them,” he added.
Dr Kwame Asah-Asante emphasised the importance of addressing internal conflicts and issues before attempting to unite party members or supporters.
He added that unresolved problems can create divisions and hinder efforts to build unity and cohesion within the party.
“This is a giant party by all standards with a lot of following. That’s why it’s a mass party with ethnic groups, from all over the country, religious groups are in there. So, when they are advised, they should listen. Politics is not only about success but also criticisms. Once you are interested about success you must also create opportunity to accept criticisms when they come because they are the oils that grease the wheels of governance without which everything will grind to a halt,” he stressed.
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