Dennis Miracles Aboagye, a key strategist on Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s campaign team, has advised members and financiers of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to avoid publicly announcing their donations to the party. His call for discretion follows recent reports that prominent party figure Kennedy Agyapong donated GHS4 million ahead of the NPP’s National Delegates Conference.
In a statement shared on social media and widely discussed in political circles, Aboagye described publicizing donations as “needless” and “embarrassing,” emphasizing that such gestures should be done quietly and respectfully.
“We need to stop this,” he said. “It’s needless to broadcast donations to the party. It is an embarrassing situation.”
His comments come in the wake of a Facebook post by GHOne TV, which revealed that the former Assin Central MP had contributed GHS4 million to support the party’s national event. Agyapong also reportedly donated an additional GHS1 million to help settle outstanding debts and pay party staff—interventions that have temporarily alleviated financial pressure on the NPP.
Kennedy Agyapong, who finished second in the NPP’s 2023 presidential primaries, is known both for his philanthropic contributions and his outspoken nature. Many in the party regard him as a strong and influential figure, particularly during this period of opposition rebuilding. His latest donations have sparked a mix of admiration and debate, with some praising his support and others questioning the optics of such public generosity.
In his remarks, Miracles Aboagye did not dismiss the value of financial support but stressed that the party must uphold a culture of humility and internal dignity. He suggested that turning donations into public relations moments distracts from the deeper issues facing the party and risks creating divisions or resentment among members.
“Let us do what is right quietly and sincerely. The rebuilding process must be about service, not showmanship,” he noted.
Political analysts say Aboagye’s comments reflect a broader effort within the NPP to manage public perception, especially as the party continues to rebrand and reorganize ahead of the 2028 elections. They also suggest growing sensitivity around how internal affairs are handled in the public domain, especially when it involves financial matters.