Member of Parliament(MP) for Abuakwa South, Dr Kingsley Agyemang, has dismissed claims by his colleague from Asante Akim South, suggesting that former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is an outsider who does not deserve to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Speaking in an interview on Oyerepa TV monitored by MyNewsGh.com, Dr. Agyemang argued that the NPP is not a political family run on lineage or tribal affiliations, but a movement driven by shared values and ideology.
“The NPP is not a clan or a family association,” he said firmly. “It is a party that thrives on ideology and collective principles. Anyone who understands and upholds these values is a true member, regardless of where they come from.”
He added that Dr. Bawumia’s long-standing service to the party, particularly in his role as Vice President, is evidence of deep loyalty and commitment that should not be questioned.
“Dr. Bawumia has been with us for years and has served diligently as Vice President. His credibility should never be in doubt,” Dr. Agyemang stressed.
“He has contributed immensely to our governance and party structures. It is unfair for anyone to label him as an outsider.”
Drawing a parallel with former Defence Minister Dominic Nitiwul, the Abuakwa South MP reminded critics that Nitiwul originally belonged to the People’s National Convention (PNC) but rose to prominence within the NPP because of his unwavering dedication to the party’s cause.
“Look at Dominic Nitiwul,” Dr. Agyemang explained. “He started from the PNC, yet his commitment and loyalty to the NPP earned him a respected place in our ranks. That’s the beauty of this party, it rewards dedication, not ancestry.”
Dr. Agyemang cautioned party members and critics against what he described as “hollow propaganda and infantile comments,” urging them instead to focus on unity and progress.
“Let’s stop these childish narratives,” he advised. “Our energy should be directed toward strengthening the party, not tearing it apart with baseless accusations.”
The lawmaker reiterated that the NPP’s legacy has always been rooted in merit, service, and ideology, not exclusivity or ethnic considerations.
“If we continue to judge people based on where they come from, then we betray the very ideals that define the NPP,” he said. “Dr. Bawumia has earned his place through hard work and loyalty, and that should be the focus.”
Dr. Agyemang’s comments come amid growing discussions within political circles about the NPP’s flagbearer selection process, with some voices questioning whether Bawumia’s northern heritage makes him less of a “core” member of the traditionally southern-based party.
“The NPP is a national party. It doesn’t belong to one tribe or region. It belongs to every Ghanaian who believes in its ideals. And that includes Dr. Bawumia,” he concluded.
