Ghanaian politician and businessman, Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, has openly criticized former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, ahead of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries scheduled for January 2026.
In an interview on UTV, Agyapong stated clearly, “Dr. Bawumia does not exist in my life,” suggesting that he is not concerned with the former vice president’s actions or influence.
Agyapong claimed that Dr. Bawumia and his team have been making plans to gain an advantage in the upcoming party primaries. He accused them of attempting to manipulate votes to position themselves favorably among competitors.
Agyapong claimed that Dr. Bawumia and his team have been making plans to gain an advantage in the upcoming party primaries. He accused them of attempting to manipulate votes to position themselves favorably among competitors.
“Even though I am not in Dr. Bawumia’s camp, I know most of their plans, including meetings with some Electoral Commission officials. I will ensure their plans do not succeed,” he said.
According to Agyapong, the former vice president is also behind attempts to discredit him publicly. He alleged that several people who have been insulting or attacking him are acting on Bawumia’s instructions. Despite these claims, Agyapong insisted he is too busy to respond directly to such attacks.
According to Agyapong, the former vice president is also behind attempts to discredit him publicly. He alleged that several people who have been insulting or attacking him are acting on Bawumia’s instructions. Despite these claims, Agyapong insisted he is too busy to respond directly to such attacks.
“I do not have time for Dr. Bawumia. All those who are insulting me are working on his behalf, but I won’t comment further,” he said.
Agyapong’s remarks reflect growing tensions within the NPP as party leaders and supporters prepare for internal elections.
Agyapong’s remarks reflect growing tensions within the NPP as party leaders and supporters prepare for internal elections.
The primaries are expected to determine key candidates and influence the party’s strategy for the next general election. With high-profile figures like Dr. Bawumia involved, competition and political maneuvering have intensified.
Political analysts note that Agyapong’s statements highlight internal divisions within the NPP. While some party members view Dr. Bawumia as a strong and influential leader capable of steering the party forward, others, like Agyapong, express distrust and suspicion regarding his political strategies.
Political analysts note that Agyapong’s statements highlight internal divisions within the NPP. While some party members view Dr. Bawumia as a strong and influential leader capable of steering the party forward, others, like Agyapong, express distrust and suspicion regarding his political strategies.
The debate over loyalty, influence, and candidate positioning is expected to continue in the coming weeks as the primaries approach.
The former vice president’s camp has not officially responded to Agyapong’s accusations, leaving room for speculation and political debate.
The former vice president’s camp has not officially responded to Agyapong’s accusations, leaving room for speculation and political debate.
Observers say such disagreements are common in party politics, especially when upcoming elections could shift leadership dynamics.
This development also underscores the role of the Electoral Commission and party security in Ghanaian politics.
This development also underscores the role of the Electoral Commission and party security in Ghanaian politics.
Agyapong’s claims about meetings between Bawumia’s team and EC officials suggest concerns over fairness and transparency during the nomination process.
However, these claims remain unverified, and the party has not released any official statement addressing them.
Kennedy Agyapong is known for his outspoken nature and direct approach in political discussions. His public remarks against Dr. Bawumia are likely to spark debates among party supporters and the general public.
Kennedy Agyapong is known for his outspoken nature and direct approach in political discussions. His public remarks against Dr. Bawumia are likely to spark debates among party supporters and the general public.
Many citizens are following these developments closely, as they could influence the direction of the NPP and the party’s chances in future elections.