A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Upper East Regional Communications Team, Dr. Samuel Akonga, has launched a scathing critique against former Assin Central MP, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, describing him as lacking the humility, emotional intelligence, and temperament required for national leadership.
Dr. Akonga’s comments come in the wake of a public confrontation between Mr. Agyapong and NPP’s Bono Regional Chairman, Kwame Baffoe Abronye, which disrupted Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s national thank-you tour in the Bono Region.
The clash, which has since drawn national attention, reportedly began when Abronye questioned the sincerity of party figures calling for unity, accusing some of previously making divisive remarks that were later exploited by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) during the 2024 elections. Kennedy Agyapong, responding with visible anger, launched a retaliatory verbal attack, suggesting that some individuals who contribute little to the party financially should remain silent during strategic discussions.
In a strongly worded statement, Dr. Akonga expressed deep concern over Agyapong’s conduct, arguing that the former presidential aspirant’s actions revealed “a temperament that is ill-suited for the highest office of the land.”
“Success in commerce does not automatically translate into effective national leadership,” Dr. Akonga wrote. “The role of a president demands maturity, composure, diplomacy, and above all, the ability to unite a diverse population under one vision.”
He likened Agyapong’s political style to that of U.S. President Donald Trump — charismatic and outspoken but divisive. While acknowledging Mr. Agyapong’s contributions to business and his popularity among sections of the party base, Dr. Akonga warned that such a confrontational approach could damage the party’s cohesion and national appeal.
“Ghana, at this critical stage of development, cannot afford a leader who thrives on division rather than cohesion,” he said.
The Upper East communicator urged party supporters to look beyond “fleeting popularity” and make more prudent decisions as the NPP begins preparing for the 2028 general elections. He cautioned that electing Kennedy Agyapong as flagbearer could cost the party significantly at the polls and undermine Ghana’s democratic progress.
“The NPP needs a leader who embodies humility, wisdom, emotional intelligence, and a genuine commitment to inclusive leadership,” he concluded.
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