Chairman Wontumi is the Ashanti Regional chairman of the NPP

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiko, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, says Dr Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia is destined to become president on the party’s ticket before any aspirant could.

Drawing a parallel with past US leaders, he mentioned how certain politicians paved the way for others, referencing the paths of Joe Biden and Barack Obama.

In his analogy, he suggested that just as Biden played a role in relation to Obama’s presidency, party members and the various aspirants should recognise Bawumia’s precedence in the NPP’s path to governance.

Speaking to delegates in Atwuma in the Ashanti Region, he explained that “If Allan had fully supported Nana Addo to win the 2008 elections, he would have been the next in command to take over after Nana Addo.”

However, he alleged that this was not done, saying, “Allan is a fine gentleman, but the presidency has eluded him. We are left with only 9%, therefore, if we support, he Bawumia can make it.

“Then your preferred candidate can take over when he is done with his term. In fact, if we had fully backed Dr Bawumia in the 2024 general election to win, his first term would have started counting to the end for another person also to come,” he emphasised.

Dr Bawumia led the NPP to the December 2024 elections as its presidential candidate but lost to the NDC’s John Dramani Mahama.

He has staged another comeback by aspiring to lead the party to the next general elections, which will be held on December 7, 2025.

Five distinguished members of the NPP are aspiring to lead the party as its flagbearer in the 2028 general elections.

The aspirants are: former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia and the party’s former General Secretary, Kwabena Agyapong.

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The rest are former Education Minister Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum and former Agric Minister Dr Bryan Acheampong, who has been the member of parliament for Abetifi since 2016.

Per Chairman Wontumi’s analogy, all the aforementioned aspirants who desire to lead the party must be prepared to support Dr Bawumia to first lead and wrestle power from the NDC before their dreams can be realised.

Meanwhile, the party has scheduled January 31, 2026, as the date for the presidential primaries, where delegates will be expected to line up and cast secret votes to elect one out of the five aspirants.

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP has declared that no member of the party with presidential ambitions will ever become president unless Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia becomes president first.

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According to a report by GhanaWeb, a senior figure in the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Akomea, has commended former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia for his record in public service, emphasizing that leadership should be assessed by competence rather than a person’s background in business.

During an interview on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen programme on Friday, September 12, 2025, Akomea argued that while some critics judge leadership ability based on business success, effective governance is defined by performance in public office.

He stressed that individuals excel in different fields, and what matters most is how well one delivers in their chosen role.

He further highlighted that several of Dr. Bawumia’s policies and initiatives have been adopted by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), which he said demonstrates their importance to national progress.

According to Akomea, the NPP presidential hopeful has consistently shown a strong commitment to inclusive leadership.

He revealed that Dr. Bawumia intends to ensure fairness in government appointments and has outlined a system designed to distribute resources more equitably across the country.

One of the key initiatives mentioned is a proposed constituency budget plan, which will channel funds directly to constituencies to guarantee that every area benefits from national development projects.

Akomea also praised Dr. Bawumia’s efforts in supporting party members at all levels, from grassroots polling station officers to national executives.

He maintained that, if elected, Bawumia would prioritise equity in governance and implement policies that strengthen decentralisation while addressing the needs of all constituencies.

“Bawumia has genuinely helped party members, from polling station executives to national leaders. If he comes to power, he aims for equal appointments and plans to implement constituency budgets so that every constituency is aware of and benefits from decentralised resources,” Nana Akomea indicated.

The Mamprugu Youth Association (MAYA), Bawku Chapter, has described as reckless and malicious a social media post authored by Mr. Kwasi Kwarteng, spokesperson for Mr. Kennedy Agyapong, alleging that former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia flew a rival chief to Bawku and imposed him on the people in the heat of an election.

The association described this as “a blatant falsehood which is not only shameful but also dangerous, as it seeks to exploit the sensitive Bawku chieftaincy issue for cheap political points.”

These were contained in a release authored by President of MAYA, Bawku Chapter, Seidu Awudu and Abdul Majeed Bagura, Secretary.

This lie, according to the association, “was first manufactured and propagated by the then opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) for political gain in 2024. It is therefore disgraceful that Mr. Kennedy Agyapong and his spokesperson, who claim to have supported the New Patriotic Party (NPP) candidate in that election, are now shamelessly recycling the same propaganda against the very candidate they purportedly supported.”

It is particularly appalling, MAYA noted, “that at a time when the NDC itself is running away from the tribal politics it ignited and is currently suffering retribution for those actions; Mr. Agyapong and his team are attempting to resurrect those same poisonous tactics.”

This, MAYA went on, is not only irresponsible but a direct insult to the people of Bawku and the entire Mamprugu Kingdom, who have long borne the brunt of reckless political manipulation.

The association has notified Mr. Kwarteng and his boss that the Bawku conflict should not be a tool for campaign propaganda, stressing, “To recklessly twist facts for political capital is to play with the peace and security of our people. No serious leader should engage in such divisive conduct.”

The association is demanding a full and unqualified retraction and apology to the people of Bawku, and Mamprugu.

If this demand is not heeded, the association has threatened to “declare Mr. Kennedy Agyapong’s campaign team persona non grata in our jurisdiction until such a retraction and apology is rendered.”

No individual, no matter how highly placed, will be allowed to trade the peace of Bawku for political expediency, MAYA stressed, adding that “the future of our people is far more important than the desperation of politicians.”

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is the former Vice President of the Republic of Ghana

The Ashanti Regional branch of the pro-New Patriotic Party (NPP) group, Bold Patriotic Alliance, has declared its support for former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, urging delegates to elect him as the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 general elections.

The declaration was made at Abuakwa in the Ashanti Region during Dr Bawumia’s campaign tour of the Atwima Nwabiagya constituency, part of his bid to lead the NPP once again.

Dr Bawumia has concluded a three-day campaign tour of the Ashanti Region. The NPP’s defeated flagbearer in the 2024 elections is seeking re-election to lead the party into the 2028 polls.

On Wednesday, September 10, 2025, he began his regional tour to rally support from delegates for his comeback bid.

At Abuakwa, where he met with delegates from the zone, members of the Bold Patriotic Alliance openly declared their endorsement.

Bawumia campaign team expresses gratitude to Ashanti Region supporters

The group maintained that Dr Bawumia stands out among all candidates who have filed nomination forms to contest the party’s primaries.

Acheampong Takye Desmond, Executive Secretary of the group, told GHOne News that Dr Bawumia is the only candidate Ghanaians trust to lead the country after President Mahama’s tenure ends.

“What we, the Bold Patriotic Alliance, are saying is that come January 31, 2026, we want all delegates voting in the NPP’s presidential primaries to vote for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia,” he said.

He explained, “President Mahama has announced his intention to seek re-election in 2028, which means the NDC will present a new candidate who must be marketed to Ghanaians. Unlike Dr Bawumia, who has already been marketed as Vice President for eight years, flagbearer in 2024, and running mate in the 2008, 2012, and 2016 elections.”

He added, “Currently, with Dr Bawumia as the NPP’s flagbearer for the 2028 elections, the party would only need a 9% swing to reclaim power from the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC). That’s why we say, ‘Aka 9 pɛ na yaba power.’”

The group’s Secretary, Francis Adu Owusu, also stated that after reviewing the campaign messages of all aspirants, they are convinced that Dr Bawumia’s vision for constituency and party development is unmatched.

“We strongly believe that Dr Bawumia’s plan for delegates and grassroots development will transform the party if given the opportunity to lead. He has assured us that if elected and he wins the 2028 general elections, each constituency will receive 10 appointments. This means grassroots supporters will have leaders to turn to for support, strengthening the party at the base. We, the bulls on the ground, believe Dr Bawumia is the right man for the job,” he said.

Another member, Abdul Raman Wadugu, noted that although other aspirants held various positions in the previous NPP administration, none can match Dr Bawumia’s achievements.

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Madam Hannah Dankwa has returned to her family in the UK

Madam Hannah Dankwa, an 81-year-old Ghanaian-born British citizen, has finally returned to the United Kingdom after being stranded in Ghana for about four months due to a documentation discrepancy.

Her return brings relief to her family and supporters who had expressed concern over her prolonged stay.

The issue, according to earlier reports, stemmed from challenges with her travel documents, which delayed her journey back to the UK.

The octogenarian, who is battling cancer and undergoing chemotherapy, had travelled from the United Kingdom to Kumasi with her daughter, Akua Duah, for a two-week family holiday.

However, when she attempted to board her return flight, she was denied passage despite carrying the same documents she had used for more than 40 years.

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Her daughter described the ordeal as a nightmare.

“We were shocked. Mum has travelled from the UK to Ghana and back with the same documents for over 40 years. There has never been a problem. Now, she and I have been stuck in a hotel room for months because of this discrepancy,” Akua earlier lamented to Channel 4 News.

The family then wrote to UK authorities, including the Home Office, appealing for urgent intervention. The National Health Service (NHS) also confirmed Madam Dankwa’s ongoing cancer treatment and stressed that she required close medical supervision in the UK.

Reacting to her return in an interview with Channel 4 News, and sighted by GhanaWeb, Madam Dankwa expressed relief and joy.

“I feel really good because all of my children and grandchildren were born here [in the United Kingdom]. so I don’t see the point why they were discriminating against me. They just left me there,” she said.

Madam Dankwa’s daughter, Akua Duah, told Channel 4 News that she questioned why, all of a sudden, despite her mother being a long-time resident of the UK, concerns were now being raised about her legitimacy and right to live in the country.

Although Madam Dankwa does not hold a permanent British passport, she joins thousands of immigrants who are often subjected to what many critics believe are discriminatory immigration laws.

Madam Dankwa, who was born in Kumasi in 1944, when Ghana was a British colony, is considered part of the Windrush generation, a term often associated with Caribbean migration but which also includes Commonwealth citizens who moved to the UK before 1973.

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• John Boadu has detailed his ordeal at the hands of National Security, accusing the institution of trying to arrest him
• In an interview, he explained how the state security agency called him in for interrogation over an issue regarding MASLOC
• Ghanaians who reacted to the video have shared varied opinions on the issues raised by the ex-NPP General Secretary

The Former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu, has detailed attempts by National Security to arrest him.

In a video sighted by YEN.com.gh on the TikTok page of @asaasepa, the former SIGA boss, speaking in an interview, said he had been targeted by the security agency and had been invited to the office of National Security for questioning.

Detailing what led to the invitation, John Boadu disclosed that during the erstwhile NPP administration, the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) brought in cars and were giving them out under the condition that persons who wanted them must pay ten per cent of the amount upfront, after which they would pay the rest in instalments.

Hearing this, he financially supported 16 regional secretaries of the party to buy the cars by paying the required ten per cent using his own funds.

He then expressed surprise that when some individuals defaulted on payments, National Security found it necessary to come after him, even though he was not a guarantor for any of them.

“They thought they would find documents showing that I guaranteed for them, so that it would seem as though I took a car and refused to pay. By God’s grace, they found none.”

He explained that his decision to support the regional secretaries in getting the cars was to ensure that they could earn some income by using the vehicles for commercial purposes.

At the time of writing the report, the video had racked in over 700 likes and 22 comments.

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Ghanaians react to John Boadu’s disclosure

Social media users who commented on the video shared their views on the disclosure made by John Boadu.

“So he shared government vehicles with only his party regional officers? Is this the right thing to do?”

Kofi cross wrote:

“So you’re happy that your party people took state property without paying for it?”

Nii-Ayiku Mensah wrote:

“So you alone got 20 cars, and some haven’t paid for years now. Taxpayers’ money is benefiting party people.”

Tony added;

“Look at the way you guys take Ghana’s money for your selfish interests. How can you take 20 cars when people who really need them won’t receive them because of politics?”

Abronye declares hunger strike

Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that the Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, has reportedly declared a hunger strike.

This is in protest against his continued detention in police custody after the Accra Court’s decision to deny him bail for the second time.

According to his lawyer, Enoch Afoakwa, Abronye DC is undertaking the hunger strike because he views his arrest and detention as political persecution

Prof. Alidu Seidu Mahama

Prof. Alidu Seidu Mahama, a lecturer of the Political Science Department at the University of Ghana, has been elected as the parliamentary candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Tamale Central Constituency.

In the primary election, Prof. Alidu Seidu Mahama secured 840 votes, beating his closest contender, Lawyer Abdul Hanan Abdul Rahaman Gundadoo, who polled 536 votes, with Seidu Mohammed (Fiter), a lecturer at the University for Development Studies (UDS) garnering 44 votes.

Other candidates include Mariama Naama Salifu, who polled 5 votes; Dr. Rahaman Abdul Rashid, 9 votes; Dr. Aliu Abdul Hamid, 23 votes; Prof. Razak Abubakari, 4 votes; Alhaji Alhassan Mbalba, 10 votes; Hajia Muliaka Sualisu, 3 votes; Lawyer Sadat Haruna Alhassan, 9 votes; Alhassan Osman, 7 votes; and Hajia Shamima Yakubu, 5 votes.

After the counting of votes, the Electoral Commission Returning Officer, Bismark Nteh, declared Prof. Alidu Seidu Mahama the winner.

In his victory speech, Prof. Mahama thanked his fellow candidates for conducting a peaceful campaign, which ensured that the primary was conducted successfully without any violence.

He called for unity among the candidates and party supporters to ensure the NDC retains the seat.

“It’s important that we maintain this spirit of reconciliation and work together as a party to secure victory for the NDC,” he stated.

The Electoral Commission (EC) has scheduled the Tamale Central Constituency by-election for September 30, 2025, following the passing of the former Member of Parliament (MP), Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, who was one of the eight victims of the tragic Ghana Armed Forces helicopter crash near Adansi Brofoyedru in the Ashanti Region.

A statement from EC Chairperson, Mrs. Jean Mensa, indicated that nominations will be accepted at the Tamale Metropolitan Office of the Commission from September 8 to 10, 2025, between 9:00 am to 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm each day.

Meanwhile, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced that it will not contest the upcoming Tamale Central parliamentary by-election to replace the late Alhaji Dr. Murtala Muhammed.

FROM Eric Kombat, Tamale

Ghana’s Electoral Commission has reopened nominations for the crucial Tamale Central parliamentary by-election after two candidates withdrew their candidacies, leaving only one contestant in a race that has already captured national attention.

The unprecedented situation emerged when two of three initially nominated candidates withdrew after Wednesday’s nomination deadline, leaving NDC’s Prof. Seidu Alidu as the sole remaining contender for the seat vacated by the tragic helicopter crash death of incumbent MP Dr Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed.

The commission announced Friday it would extend the nomination period by ten days, from September 12 to 21, 2025, invoking Article 50(2) of Ghana’s 1992 Constitution. The constitutional provision specifically addresses scenarios where multiple candidates are initially nominated but only one remains standing before election day.

Under the constitutional framework, no candidate nominated during this extended period can withdraw their nomination, ensuring the democratic integrity of the contest. The by-election remains scheduled for Tuesday, September 30, 2025, meeting the constitutional requirement to fill parliamentary vacancies within 60 days.

The withdrawal of candidates from the People’s National Convention and Liberal Party of Ghana has raised questions about the competitive dynamics of the contest. Both parties officially communicated their decisions through their respective general secretaries, though specific reasons for the withdrawals have not been publicly disclosed.

Adding another layer of political complexity, the ruling New Patriotic Party previously announced its decision not to field a candidate, citing solidarity with the NDC following the tragic loss of Dr Muhammed. The gesture represents an unusual display of cross-party sympathy in Ghana’s typically competitive political landscape.

Prospective candidates face a structured nomination process requiring completion of forms available on the Electoral Commission’s website. Each nomination must be supported by two registered voters as proposer and seconder, plus endorsements from eighteen additional registered voters within the constituency.

The commission has established specific operational parameters for the extended period. Nominations will be received at the Tamale Metropolitan Office between 9:00am to 12:00pm and 2:00pm to 5:00pm daily. Candidates must provide two recent passport-sized photographs with red backgrounds and pay filing fees of GHC 10,000, though female candidates and persons with disabilities benefit from reduced fees of GHC 7,500.

Prof. Seidu Alidu secured his nomination through a decisive victory in NDC’s internal primaries held at the Alhaji Aliu Mahama Sports Stadium, defeating eleven contenders to represent the party in the crucial northern constituency.

The Tamale Central seat became vacant following the August 6 helicopter crash that claimed Dr Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed’s life, shocking Ghana’s political establishment and northern communities. The incident occurred during official duties, highlighting the risks faced by public officials in remote service.

This by-election carries significance beyond its immediate political implications. The constituency represents a strategic northern seat where electoral outcomes often reflect broader regional political sentiments. The reduced field of candidates, combined with the NPP’s withdrawal, creates an unusual electoral environment that may influence future party strategies.

The extended nomination period offers an opportunity for additional candidates to enter the race, potentially restoring competitive balance to what appeared destined to become an uncontested election. Political observers are monitoring whether any individuals or parties will utilize this constitutional window to field candidates.

As nominations reopen, the commission’s adherence to constitutional provisions demonstrates Ghana’s institutional commitment to democratic processes even amid unusual circumstances. The situation tests the flexibility of electoral procedures while maintaining the integrity of democratic representation in one of the country’s important northern constituencies.

David Kwadwo Prah Afful was allegedly captured while inciting violence in a viral video

The Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of a man, probably in his 30s, whom it accused of inciting violence against public officials.

The police, in a post shared on its social media handles, named the suspect as one David Kwadwo Prah Afful.

It claimed that Prah Afful was captured in a viral video inciting violence against public officials.

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“The Ghana Police Service, through sustained intelligence operations, has today, 13th September 2025, arrested suspect David Kwadwo Prah Afful, who was seen in a viral video calling for violence against public officials and other government workers,” part of the post read.

The police added that, “The suspect is in custody and will be put before court.”

The post, which was captioned, “POLICE ARREST SUSPECT INCITING VIOLENCE AGAINST PUBLIC OFFICIALS,” had a screenshot of the video which showed the suspect.

39-year-old arrested at Labadi for using ambulance to transport drugs

See the post below:

The Ghana Police Service, through sustained intelligence operations, have today, 13th September, 2025 arrested suspect David Kwodwo Prah Afful who was seen in a viral video calling for violence against public officials and other government workers.

— Ghana Police Service (@GhPoliceService) September 13, 2025

The suspect is in custody and will be put before the court.

— Ghana Police Service (@GhPoliceService) September 13, 2025

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Famed lawyer and political activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor has exclusively revealed his intention to contest for political office in 2028.

Oliver Barker-Vormawor, who’s a co-convener of the #FixTheCountry Movement, made the declaration in a post on X formerly Twitter.

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By Elsie Appiah-Osei, GNA 

Accra, Sept. 13, GNA – The Minority Caucus on the Foreign Affairs Committee of Parliament has criticised the government, over an alleged agreement with the United States for Ghana to serve as a receiving point for West African nationals deported from America.  

Reports indicate that 14 such deportees have already been admitted into the country under the arrangement. 

In a statement signed by Mr Samuel Abu Jinapor, the Ranking Member on the Committee, and copied to the Ghana News Agency on Saturday said, “The Minority describes the move as a ‘grave constitutional breach’ and a direct affront to Ghana’s sovereignty and foreign policy.” 

It said: “Article 75 of our Constitution is clear that any treaty, agreement, or convention executed by or under the authority of the President must be laid before Parliament and ratified. It is surprising that this government has chosen to ignore this constitutional requirement.” 

The statement drew parallels with the controversial 2016 case in which the Mahama administration admitted two Yemeni terror suspects from Guantanamo Bay without parliamentary approval, a decision later ruled as unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.  

“Beyond this blatant Constitutional breach, the agreement raises pressing concerns of sovereignty, security, and policy,” it warned. 

The statement further argued that the arrangement risked undermining Ghana’s long-standing foreign policy principles, adding that “Ghana has built a proud reputation for principled diplomacy rooted in non-alignment, regional solidarity, and respect for human rights.  

“To associate Ghana with the United States’ harsh immigration enforcement regime could damage our international standing,” it noted. 

It therefore called for the immediate suspension of the agreement until it had been laid before Parliament for ratification.  

“We demand that the government provide full clarity on when this agreement was reached, the safeguards in place, and the broader implications of receiving these deportees.”  

The statement said no future agreements of such nature must ever be implemented without prior parliamentary approval. 

GNA 

Edited by Christabel Addo